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# Calgary Booster Club

For the spirit of sport since 1952

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## Posts

- [Home Sweet Home](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/06/15/home-sweet-home/) - Memories of a Stanley Cup championship and a Conn Smythe Trophy are still fresh for Cale Makar and his family, who recently enjoyed being recognized in their hometown of Calgary.
- [Calgary leads U SPORTS with 19 Dinos on CFL rosters](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/06/11/calgary-leads-u-sports-with-19-dinos-on-cfl-rosters/) - University of Calgary Dinos alumni are bolstering rosters in the Canadian Football League.
- [The Summer of Sports](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2026/05/25/the-summer-of-sports/) - Summer is just around the corner and Calgary offers sports lovers endless reasons to get excited about athletics in the area.
- [72nd Annual Calgary Booster Club Sports Gala Celebrates Calgary Sport](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2026/05/09/72nd-annual-calgary-booster-club-sports-gala-celebrates-calgary-sport/) - Celebrating the 72nd Annual Calgary Booster Club Sports Gala and the athletes, leaders, volunteers, and supporters shaping Calgary sport.
- [If Not Hockey, What? Lanny McDonald Reveals His Other Sport](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2026/04/08/if-not-hockey-what-lanny-mcdonald-reveals-his-other-sport/) - Hockey Hall of Famer Lanny McDonald answers the question every sports fan wonders — what sport would he have chosen if not hockey?
- [Media Attention for Calgary Booster Club Award Winners](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2026/03/26/media-attention-for-calgary-booster-club-award-winners/) - Calgary Booster Club award winner announcement well attended by local media.
- [Calgary Booster Club 2026 Major Award Winners Announced](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2026/03/25/calgary-booster-club-2026-major-award-winners-announced/) - Calgary Booster Club honours Don Buchignani, Ivanie Blondin, Cale Makar and Casey Kruse as 2025 award headliners, celebrating excellence, leadership and community impact.
- [Alberta Pitchers in the Spotlight at WBC](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2026/03/18/alberta-pitchers-in-the-spotlight-at-wbc/) - Calgarian Michael Soroka was the starting pitcher for TeaAm Canada against the U.S. in the WBC quarterfinal and former Okotoks Dawgs hurler Matt “Tugboat” Wilkinson finished the game.
- [Annual Awards Announcement Media Advisory](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2026/03/11/annual-awards-announcement-media-advisory/) - Canadian Olympians set to be honoured at Calgary Booster Club's annual awards media event.
- [Giving a Boost to Canadian Olympians](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2026/03/06/giving-a-boost-to-canadian-olympians/) - Several Canadian athletes at the 2026 Winter Olympics received support from the Calgary Booster Club.
- [Dinos Host Final 8 Men’s Basketball Tournament](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2026/03/04/dinos-host-final-8-mens-basketball-tournament/) - University of Calgary welcomes top men’s university basketball teams to campus.
- [University of Calgary Men's Curling Team Claims Title](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2026/03/03/university-of-calgary-mens-curling-team-claims-title/) - Daring shot-making and clutch extra-end hammer sealed a 7–6 Calgary Dinos win over Carleton for the 2026 U SPORTS title.
- [Beyond the Record Book: The Real Records of the 2026 Winter Olympics](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2026/03/01/beyond-the-record-book-the-real-records-of-the-2026-winter-olympics/) - One world record fell at the 2026 Winter Olympics - but up to 1,500 personal bests were rewritten quietly, proving the real Olympics story isn’t the record book. It’s progress.
- [Cavanagh Remembered as Calgary Sports Leader](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2026/02/25/cavanagh-remembered-as-calgary-sports-leader/) - Perry Cavanagh was a key leader in Calgary’s hockey scene for decades.
- [Time is of the Essence](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2026/02/12/time-is-of-the-essence/) - Calgary speed-skating couple support each other after one qualifies for the Olympics and the other narrowly misses out.
- [Historical Moment: Calgary Stampede City Indoor International Track & Field Games](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2026/02/09/historical-moment-calgary-stampede-city-indoor-international-track-field-games/) - Calgary’s Stampede Corral hosted elite indoor track athletes from across North America.
- [Rob McLeod Set to Attempt 14th Guinness World Records title at The GOOD Games](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2026/02/09/rob-mcleod-set-to-attempt-14th-guinness-world-records-title-at-the-good-games/) - Rob McLeod attempting Guinness World Records title at The GOOD Games in Calgary.
- [Secure Your Seat at the 72nd Annual Sports Gala](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2026/02/03/secure-your-seat-at-the-72nd-annual-sports-gala/) - Ticket sales are now open for the 72nd Annual Sports Gala—an evening dedicated to celebrating excellence, legacy, and the people who shape sport in our community.
- [Calgarians Ready to Make a Difference at Olympics](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2026/02/01/calgarians-ready-to-make-a-difference-at-olympics/) - Team Canada receives boost from Calgary athletes at 2026 Winter Olympics.
- [Calgary Rower Ready for New Role at Olympics](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2026/01/19/calgary-rower-ready-for-new-role-at-olympics/) - Kasia Gruchalla-Wesierski is making the move from competing as a rower to working as an athlete services officer at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics.
- [Harry Hood Winner is No Joke](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2026/01/12/harry-hood-winner-is-no-joke/) - William Aberhart High School quarterback wins the Division 2 Harry Hood Memorial Scholarship.
- [Wheeler Claims Harry Hood Honours](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/12/15/wheeler-claims-harry-hood-honours/) - Hard work pays off for Edison Wheeler, the Division 3 Harry Hood Memorial Scholarship winner.
- [Campbell was a Calgary Ace](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/12/23/campbell-was-a-calgary-ace/) - Seattle pitcher Mike Campbell, who passed away this month, was a top player for the Calgary Cannons.
- [Calgary Sports Community Mourns Loss of Dinos Basketball Coach](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/12/13/calgary-sports-community-mourns-loss-of-dinos-basketball-coach/) - Gary Howard – an “incredibly impactful” basketball coach with the Dinos – has passed away at the age of 85.
- [Following Football Footsteps](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/12/11/following-football-footsteps/) - Bishop Carroll High School Quarterback Jackson Martel wins Harry Hood Memorial Scholarship.
- [Calgarians part of Alberta Sports Hall of Fame 2026 Class](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/12/10/calgarians-part-of-alberta-sports-hall-of-fame-2026-class/) - Calgary athletes and pioneers recognized by Alberta Sports Hall of Fame.
- [Historical Moment: Christmas Party](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/12/01/historical-moment-christmas-party/) - Learn more about the history of the annual Calgary Booster Club Christmas Dinner.
- [Frozen Final Football Losses Put Calgary Teams on Ice](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/11/13/frozen-final-football-losses-put-calgary-teams-on-ice/) - Snow-blown conditions end with championship final defeats for Calgary soccer clubs.
- [Blue Jays Inspired a Nation](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/11/05/blue-jays-inspired-a-nation/) - The Toronto Blue Jays season ended in heartbreak, but not before sparking a nationwide love of baseball.
- [Calgary Surge Named Franchise of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/11/01/calgary-surge-named-franchise-of-the-year/) - Calgary hoops squad earns double honours from the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL).
- [President’s Message – 2025 Annual General Meeting](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/10/11/presidents-message-2025-annual-general-meeting/) - The Calgary Booster Club strengthened community connections, celebrated sport through the Annual Sports Gala, advanced fundraising, and set priorities for continuity and communication.
- [Cinderella Runs & Pumpkin Endings](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/10/06/cinderella-runs-pumpkin-endings/) - Calgary sports fans have plenty to keep track of in October. The month is packed with all kinds of action.
- [Canadian Women’s Rugby Team Bolstered by Calgary Talent](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/09/29/canadian-womens-rugby-team-bolstered-by-calgary-talent/) - Calgary rugby players contributed to Canadian women’s team at World Cup tournament.
- [Dustin Wolf Signs Seven-Year Deal with Calgary Flames](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/09/12/dustin-wolf-signs-seven-year-deal-with-calgary-flames/) - Former Calgary Booster Club Athlete of the Year inks big contract with the Flames.
- [McMahon Stadium Mayhem](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/08/21/mcmahon-stadium-mayhem/) - A busy weekend at McMahon Stadium welcomes high-end rugby and top-notch football action.
- [Remembering Baseball Visionary Don Seaman](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/07/15/remembering-baseball-visionary-don-seaman/) - Philanthropist and sports booster Don Seaman helped put baseball on the map in Okotoks.
- [Makar Named Top Defenseman in NHL](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/06/12/makar-named-top-defenseman-in-nhl/) - Former Calgary Booster Club Athlete of the Year wins second Norris Trophy.
- [Stampeders Look to Return to the CFL Playoffs](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/06/04/stampeders-look-to-return-to-the-cfl-playoffs/) - Calgary Stampeders season opener takes place at McMahon Stadium on Saturday, June 7th.
- [Canadian Elite Basketball League Back in Calgary for Third Season](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/05/22/canadian-elite-basketball-league-back-in-calgary-for-third-season/) - Calgary Surge home opener takes place on Sunday, May 25th.
- [Calgary Booster Club Names Major Award Winners](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/04/10/calgary-booster-club-names-major-award-winners/) - An inspiring rower, a top-scoring soccer player and a legendary track-and-field coach headline the Calgary Booster Club’s annual award announcements.
- [Top Women’s Soccer Players Coming to Calgary](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/05/08/top-womens-soccer-players-coming-to-calgary/) - Calgary Wild offer hometown soccer players a chance to shine.
- [Calgary Canucks are Hungry Hosts](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/05/17/calgary-canucks-are-hungry-hosts/) - Centennial Cup hosts seek Canadian Junior Hockey League championship.
- [Calgary Canucks Claim Centennial Cup](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/05/19/calgary-canucks-claim-centennial-cup/) - Canucks win first national Junior A championship in 30 years.
- [Gruchalla-Wesierski Credits Calgary for Rowing Success](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/04/25/gruchalla-wesierski-credits-calgary-for-rowing-success/) - A city known for cows and stampedes seems like an unlikely home for rowing greatness.
- [Athlete of the Year Growing Soccer in Canada](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/04/16/athlete-of-the-year-growing-soccer-in-canada/) - Cavalry forward Tobias Warschewski is excited about the increasing popularity of soccer in Calgary.
- [Jack Gregory Award Winner Has Found Her Happy Place](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/04/14/jack-gregory-award-winner-has-found-her-happy-place/) - Madison Cyr, our 2025 Jack Gregory Award winner, loves being on the slopes and she’s happy winning competitions while she’s in the mountains.
- [Sportsperson of the Year Inspired by Calgary Track Athletes](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/04/13/sportsperson-of-the-year-inspired-by-calgary-track-athletes/) - Christine Laverty, a beloved coach and mentor, has been named the Calgary Booster Club’s 2025 Sportsperson of the Year for her lifetime impact.
- [MRU Defenceman Named Player of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/04/08/mru-defenceman-named-player-of-the-year/) - Hanus becomes first defenceman in decades to lead Canada West in scoring, capping off record-breaking season.
- [Hitmen Goalie Becomes All-Time WHL Wins Leader](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/04/03/hitmen-goalie-becomes-all-time-whl-wins-leader/) - Calgary Hitmen netminder Daniel Hauser is the Western Hockey League’s all-time wins leader.
- [Five Times Calgary Hosted MLB Games](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/03/26/five-times-calgary-hosted-mlb-games/) - In honour of Major League Baseball’s Opening Day, we look back at five times when MLB teams played in Calgary.
- [Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame Receives Funding Boost](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/03/20/canadas-sports-hall-of-fame-receives-funding-boost/) - Calgary-based Sports Hall of Fame secures federal government funding.
- [Farewell to Foothills Stadium](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/02/27/farewell-to-foothills-stadium/) - The long-time home of professional baseball in Calgary is being demolished to make way for a multi-sport fieldhouse.
- [Five Calgary Players Who Helped Canada Win Hockey Gold](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/02/21/five-calgary-players-who-helped-canada-win-hockey-gold/) - Calgary players come up clutch for Canada at 4 Nations Face-Off.
- [Historical Moment: Calgary Booster Club Director's 40 Year Milestone](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/10/21/calgary-booster-club-directors-40-year-milestone/) - In the seventy-one year history of the Calgary Booster Club, there have only been three Directors who have served for 40 years or more. They are: LeRoy Pelletier, Doug Kowel, and Don Young.
- [Historical Moment: Father James Whelihan (1902–1986)](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/02/17/historical-moment-father-james-whelihan-1902-1986/) - Father James Whelihan (1902–1986) shaped Calgary sports as a legendary coach at St. Mary’s High School.
- [Historical Moment: Honourary Life Directors & Honour Roll History](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/02/17/historical-moment-honourary-life-directors-honour-roll-history/) - The Honourary Life Director and Honour Roll recognize Booster Club leaders for their lasting impact. Established in 1973-74 and 1980, they celebrate those who shaped the Club’s legacy.
- [Historical Moment: High School Track & Field Meets](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/02/17/historical-moment-high-school-track-field-meets/) - From 1956 to 1965, the Calgary Booster Club co-hosted high school track meets at Mewata Stadium, famous for its dark “Tunnel” section. By 1966, the event ended as Calgary’s school system expanded.
- [Historical Moment: Doug Kyle and Stan Jaycock Honoured](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/12/20/historical-moment-doug-kyle-and-stan-jaycock-honoured/) - At the Calgary Booster Club's annual Christmas Party, two of the longest-serving Sportsmen of the Year were recognized for their outstanding contributions to amateur sport in Calgary and beyond. Stan Jaycock was honored for his 41 years as a Booster Club SOY, while Doug Kyle was celebrated for his 53 years, making him the longest-serving
- [Historical Moment: Higher Hoops Basketball Classic](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/02/17/historical-moment-higher-hoops-basketball-classic/) - The Higher Hoops Basketball Classic (2006–2015) awarded $317,000 in scholarships to 317 Calgary high school players, leaving a lasting impact on amateur sports and education.
- [Historical Moment: Early History of the Calgary Booster Club](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/02/17/historical-moment-early-history-of-the-calgary-booster-club/) - Founded in 1952, the Calgary Booster Club championed amateur sports, funding 40 organizations in its early years. Its legacy continues to impact Calgary’s sports community today.
- [Historical Moment: Calgary Booster Club Appreciation Night](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/01/31/historical-moment-calgary-booster-club-appreciation-night/) - On behalf of our Directorship, it is my pleasure to share the rich history and achievements of the Calgary Booster Club, an organization that has proudly supported amateur sport for 70 years. In 1951, eleven Calgary businessmen gathered at the Club Café to form a sports organization dedicated to the development and encouragement of athletic
- [In Memoriam: Dr. Arlene McGinn](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/02/23/in-memoriam-dr-arlene-mcginn/) - In loving memory of Dr. Arlene McGinn (1933–2024), a tireless advocate for women in sport. Her leadership helped secure equal opportunities for girls in high school athletics, leaving a lasting impact.
- [Calgary Booster Club Tribute to Christine Hampshire](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/12/06/calgary-booster-club-tribute-to-christine-hampshire/) - In loving memory of Christine Hampshire, a dedicated leader in synchronized swimming for 35 years. Inducted into the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame (2011), she will be deeply missed.
- [Calgary Standouts at World University Games](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/01/24/calgary-standouts-at-world-university-games/) - Medals in hockey and successful skiing from Calgary athletes powered Canada at the FISU World University Games.
- [Sporting Calgarians Recognized](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2025/01/08/sporting-calgarians-recognized/) - Three sports-related Calgarians honoured in annual Calgary Herald list.
- [Festive Fandom](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/12/16/festive-fandom/) - Take a holiday break and enjoy Calgary's festive sports action! From hockey to lacrosse and university athletics, there's something for every fan. Check out the schedules and catch the excitement!
- [Calgary Athletes Selected for Alberta Sports Hall of Fame](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/11/27/calgary-athletes-selected-for-alberta-sports-hall-of-fame/) - Accomplished Calgary athletes receive Hall of Fame honours.
- [Cavalry Championship Takes Canadian Soccer to Next Level](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/11/14/cavalry-championship-takes-canadian-soccer-to-next-level/) - Cavalry FC clinched their first CPL championship with a thrilling 2-1 victory over Forge FC, captivating over 7,000 fans at Spruce Meadows and a national TV audience, marking a historic moment for Canadian soccer.
- [Cavalry Look to Claim First Championship on Home Turf](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/11/05/cavalry-look-to-claim-first-championship-on-home-turf/) - Cavalry host Canadian Premier League championship final as players and head coach earn award nominations.
- [Tricks, Treats and Terrifying Tales from Calgary’s Sports Teams](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/10/30/tricks-treats-and-terrifying-tales-from-calgarys-sports-teams/) - Calgary’s sports scene is full of surprises. The Flames have a promising start, the Cavalry reached the CPL final, but the Stampeders' dismal season haunts McMahon Stadium. What’s giving you goosebumps this season?
- [Top 5 Campus Competitors](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/10/17/top-5-campus-competitors/) - Post-secondary athletics in Calgary are in full swing and offering up some outstanding performances. Here’s a look at some top campus competitors.
- [Legends of the Fall: Top Five Sports Events in Calgary This Month](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/10/01/legends-of-the-fall-top-five-sports-events-in-calgary-this-month/) - From the rink to the gridiron to the pitch, Calgary plays host to numerous athletic events in October.
- [Trailblazing at the Olympics](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/10/04/trailblazing-at-the-olympics/) - Brooklyn McDougall’s art inspired by late grandfather and the first female Olympic champions.
- [Johnny Gaudreau’s wife, Meredith: ‘Thank you Calgary’](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/09/03/johnny-gaudreaus-wife-meredith-thank-you-calgary/) - Calgarians remember former Flames star with Saddledome memorial tributes.
- [Dawgs Repeat the Three-Peat](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/08/20/dawgs-repeat-the-three-peat/) - Okotoks Dawgs claim their 8th Western Canadian Baseball League title and their third straight.
- [Canucks Excited to Bring Centennial Cup to Calgary](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/08/14/canucks-excited-to-bring-centennial-cup-to-calgary/) - The Calgary Canucks are bringing the National Junior A Championship to Calgary!
- [Calgary Players Selected in MLB Draft](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/07/30/calgary-players-selected-in-mlb-draft/) - Alberta’s baseball scene recognized in Major League Baseball Draft.
- [Calgary Contingent Competing for Canada at Olympics](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/07/25/calgary-contingent-competing-for-canada-at-olympics/) - The Olympic Games in Paris will feature a number of athletes from the Calgary area. Read on for a closer look at the locals.
- [Nicholson Continues to Shine](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/06/26/nicholson-continues-to-shine/) - Calgary Booster Club award winner staying busy over the summer.
- [Ivy Poetker - Gretta Schwartz Memorial Award](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/06/11/ivy-poetker-gretta-schwartz-memorial-award/) - Ivy Poetker from Central Memorial High School is the 2024 Gretta Schwartz Memorial Award Winner.
- [Emerson Joy - John Mayell Memorial Award](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/06/11/emerson-joy-john-mayell-memorial-award/) - Emerson Joy from St. Mary's High School is the 2024 John Mayell Memorial Award Winner.
- [Calgary Canucks Close Out Special Season](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/05/27/calgary-canucks-close-out-special-season/) - AJHL champion Calgary Canucks have award-winning performances at Centennial Cup.
- [Surge Ready to Saddle Up](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/05/20/surge-ready-to-saddle-up/) - The Calgary Surge begin their Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) season against the Edmonton Stingers at the Scotiabank Saddledome on Tuesday, May 21, 2024.
- [70th Annual Sports Gala Recap](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/05/01/70th-annual-sports-gala-recap/) - Congratulations to all our award winners, grant & scholarship recipients, and past Sportspersons of the Year (SOY) who came out to celebrate with us for our 70th annual Sports Gala!
- [Calgary Booster Club Major Award Winners Make Headlines](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/04/19/calgary-booster-club-major-award-winners-make-headlines/) - Calgary media turned out and tuned in to discover the major award winners that were announced by the Calgary Booster Club.
- [Major Award Winners Announced by Calgary Booster Club](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/04/17/major-award-winners-announced-by-calgary-booster-club/) - A major supporter of Canadian Paralympians, a high-flying winter athlete, and a star goaltender highlight the Calgary Booster Club’s annual award announcements.
- [MRU Hockey and Volleyball Nab Major Award](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/03/21/mru-hockey-and-volleyball-nab-major-award/) - Puck powerhouses and vibrant volleyballers take home awards for the MRU Cougars.
- [Calgary Making a Racket](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/03/09/calgary-making-a-racket/) - Calgary plays host to major squash tournaments, welcoming the sport’s best athletes from across Canada and the world.
- [Frenetic February for Sports Fans](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/02/21/frenetic-february-for-sports-fans/) - A full calendar makes for a Fab Feb for Calgary sports enthusiasts.
- [Refreshed Logo Unveiled](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/02/15/refreshed-logo-unveiled/) - The Calgary Booster Club is proud to unveil our refreshed logo, a modern tribute to our rich legacy since 1952 and the enduring symbol of hospitality, the white hat.
- [The Unprecedented Bid of Korea University Men's Hockey for ACAC Membership](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/01/28/the-unprecedented-bid-of-korea-university-mens-hockey-for-acac-membership/) - The Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) could soon welcome a Korean team to its men’s hockey league.
- [Ruiter Sets Sights on Youth Olympic Games After National Title Win](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/01/23/ruiter-sets-sights-on-youth-olympic-games-after-national-title-win/) - Canadian national figure skating champ from Calgary going for gold at Youth Olympic Games.
- [Upcoming Awards and Grants Deadline](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/01/11/upcoming-award-and-grant-deadline/) - Nominations and applications are now open for the SOY, HAL, Bob Freeze, and Art Smith.
- [10 Great Calgary Sports Performances from 2023](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2024/01/02/10-great-calgary-sports-performances-from-2023/) - From great goalies to bombastic basketball to skilled soccer, Calgary had plenty to celebrate in 2023.
- [THE CIRCLE K CLASSIC GOING STRONG](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/12/13/the-circle-k-classic-going-strong/) - The Circle K Classic is an annual holiday staple of Calgary’s hockey scene.
- [Calgary Booster Club Announces Harry Hood Scholarship Winners](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/12/03/calgary-booster-club-announces-harry-hood-scholarship-winners/) - City’s top student football players honoured by Calgary Booster Club.
- [1948 Grey Cup champion Calgary Stampeders sparked the franchise](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/11/28/1948-grey-cup-champion-calgary-stampeders-sparked-the-franchise/) - The 1948 Calgary Stampeders, the only undefeated team in Canadian pro football history, set the bar for gridiron greatness and epic celebrations.
- [Team Canada Boosted by Calgarians at Parapan American Games](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/11/16/team-canada-boosted-by-calgarians-at-parapan-american-games/) - The 2023 Parapan American Games will feature a Canadian contingent that includes several talented Calgarians.
- [Calgarians Boost Canada’s Medal Totals at Pan Am Games](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/11/09/calgarians-boost-canadas-medal-totals-at-pan-am-games/) - Calgary-area athletes help Canada achieve success at Pan Am Games in Chile.
- [MRU Men’s Soccer Team Earns First Canada West Championship](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/11/08/mru-mens-soccer-team-earns-first-canada-west-championship/) - Home-field victory propels MRU men’s soccer team to Canada West title.
- [SAIT Sweep at Cross-Country Championships](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/11/05/sait-sweep-at-cross-country-championships/) - SAIT Trojans dominate cross-country championships in Lethbridge.
- [Grade 6 YMCA Membership Helps Kids Ignite Potential](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/11/02/grade-6-ymca-membership-helps-kids-ignite-potential/) - Calgary Flames Foundation commits an additional $1 million to YMCA Calgary for Grade 6 Program.
- [Calgarians at the Pan Am Games](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/10/17/calgarians-at-the-pan-am-games/) - The Pan Am Games are set to take place in Santiago, Chile and Calgary will be well represented on Team Canada.
- [Five Uniquely Canadian Sports Circuits to be Thankful For](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/10/06/five-uniquely-canadian-sports-circuits-to-be-thankful-for/) - Giving thanks for Calgary’s sports scene.
- [Snow Remembered for Strength, Passion and Devotion to Family](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/10/04/snow-remembered-for-strength-passion-and-devotion-to-family/) - Through his journey, Chris became a true inspiration for all who knew him and an incredible advocate for everyone affected by ALS. We will never replace a person like Chris.
- [Five Signs the Battle of Alberta is Trending Up](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/09/23/five-signs-the-battle-of-alberta-is-trending-up/) - The Battle of Alberta - featuring sports clashes between Calgary and Edmonton – is alive and well, and it’s not just hockey that has it trending in the right direction.
- [Tribute to Doug Kyle, My Coach, My Mentor, My Friend](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/09/20/tribute-to-doug-kyle-my-coach-my-mentor-my-friend/) - Lawrence King shares stories about what Doug Kyle meant to him both as an athlete and coach over the years.
- [A Stable Feature of Calgary’s Sports Scene](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/09/10/a-stable-feature-of-calgarys-sports-scene/) - The expansion of Spruce Meadows over the decades reflects Calgary’s growth. It’s a unique feature of the city’s athletic landscape.
- [Douglas Kyle Remembered](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/08/31/douglas-kyle-remembered/) - Douglas Kyle, the co-founder of the Calgary Marathon and a two-time Olympian, was a Canadian sports pioneer.
- [Seventh Heaven](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/08/24/seventh-heaven/) - Okotoks Dawgs claim WCBL championship, giving them record seven franchise titles.
- [Duke Wins Shaw Charity Classic](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/08/23/duke-wins-shaw-charity-classic/) - Dedicated fans travel to cheer Ken Duke on to 2023 Shaw Charity Classic victory.
- [Q&A with Nelson Terroba](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/08/05/qa-with-nelson-terroba/) - As the Calgary Surge prepare for another franchise first – their first playoff game – the team’s head coach discusses the impact of the basketball team on the city’s sports landscape in their inaugural season.
- [Alberta Summer Games deemed a resounding success](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/08/01/alberta-summer-games-deemed-a-resounding-success/) - Okotoks and Black Diamond step up to host Alberta in sporting spectacle.
- [Q&A with Makena Hodgson](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/07/26/qa-with-makena-hodgson/) - With the Winter Olympics in her rearview mirror, Calgarian Makena Hodgson reflects on her time competing in luge and what her future holds.
- [Q&A with Ryan McFarland](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/07/05/qa-with-ryan-mcfarland/) - Ryan McFarland is a WCBL All-Star and a key performer from the 2022 championship Okotoks Dawgs. He’s hoping to add another ring to his collection this summer.
- [2023 Calgary Booster Club High School Award Announcement](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/06/25/2023-calgary-booster-club-high-school-award-announcement/) - The 2023 Calgary Booster Club High School Awards have been announced.
- [Claggett Scores ‘3KO’ Over Former Champ](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/06/07/claggett-scores-3ko-over-former-champ/) - Calgary boxer Steve Claggett delivers decisive TKO over former champ during sixth straight victory.
- [Dinos QB Receives Hall-of-Fame Honours](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/06/01/dinos-qb-receives-hall-of-fame-honours/) - University of Calgary quarterback Andrew Buckley inducted into the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame.
- [Calgary Surge Ready for Inaugural Game](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/05/26/calgary-surge-ready-for-inaugural-game/) - WinSport Event Centre will be buzzing with energy this Saturday, May 27th when the Calgary Surge face off against their provincial rivals, the Edmonton Stingers, starting at 4pm.
- [University of Calgary Dinos capture first CCBC championship](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/05/24/university-of-calgary-dinos-capture-first-ccbc-championship/) - In fending off lead changes and the top team in the Canadian College Baseball Conference, the University of Calgary Dinos have captured their first CCBC championship in program history.
- [Q&A with Alexandria Loutitt](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/05/19/qa-with-alexandria-loutitt/) - Alexandria Loutitt made her Olympic debut in Beijing last year, winning bronze in the inaugural mixed team ski jumping event.
- [BOWES KNOWS](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/05/11/bowes-knows/) - Nearly 15 years later, the Lucy Tries Sports series now has six books to its name, including Bowes’ latest offering, Lucy Tries Baseball. It’s been a labour of love for the author, who sees the books as serving two purposes.
- [Calgary Booster Club Names Award Winners](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/03/30/calgary-booster-club-names-award-winners/) - The Calgary Booster Club today unveiled its Athletes of the Year, based on performance during the 2022 calendar year, and the winner of its most prestigious award, Sportsperson of the Year.
- [Calgary Roughnecks Set for NLL Playoffs ](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/05/05/calgary-roughnecks-set-for-nll-playoffs/) - The Calgary Roughnecks head into the postseason as the second seed in the West and will host Panther City in the first-round single-elimination game on Saturday, May 6th at 7:30 p.m. at the Scotiabank Saddledome.
- [Q&A with Greg Peterson](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/04/30/qa-with-greg-peterson/) - After being named the 2023 Sportsperson of the Year by the Calgary Booster Club, Greg answered a few questions from reporters about the prestigious honour and what it means to him.
- [69th Annual Sports Gala Recap](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/04/27/69th-annual-sports-gala-recap/) - The Calgary Booster Club’s 69th Annual Sports Gala, a celebration of the city’s sports community, took place on Sunday, April 23, 2023 at the Glenmore Inn & Convention Centre with over 300 people in attendance.
- [Wranglers Set to Face Canucks in Round 2](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/04/26/wranglers-set-to-face-canucks-in-round-2/) - The Calgary Wranglers are officially set to face the Abbotsford Canucks in the second round of the 2023 Calder Cup Playoffs.
- [Q&A with Isabelle Weidemann](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/04/20/qa-with-isabelle-weidemann/) - Isabelle Weidemann was recently named the winner of the Calgary Booster Club’s Henry Viney Trophy, presented annually to the city’s top female athlete.
- [Jackie Robinson Comes to Calgary](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/04/14/jackie-robinson-comes-to-calgary/) - Just two months after winning his first and only World Series – which was also the first and only title the Brooklyn Dodgers captured – Jackie Robinson found himself in Calgary and, well, he was introduced to a folksy Alberta tradition.
- [Honoured Athletic Leaders Announced](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/04/07/honoured-athletic-leaders-announced/) - The city’s Honoured Athletic Leaders have been announced by the Calgary Booster Club.
- [Q&A with Kaitlyn Ross](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/03/26/qa-with-kaitlyn-ross/) - Calgarian Kaitlyn Ross, who was named the most valuable player of the U SPORTS Women’s Hockey Championship, was between the pipes for the Mount Royal University (MRU) Cougars.
- [Host Trojans crowned CCAA Champions](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/03/22/host-trojans-crowned-ccaa-champions/) - Riding the wave of the home crowd in Calgary, the SAIT Trojans, making their sixth consecutive appearance on the national stage, finally got the job done as they defeated the Dawson Blues 96-81 to claim the gold medal on Sunday.
- [MRU Women's Hockey crowned U SPORTS National Champions](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/03/20/mru-womens-hockey-crowned-u-sports-national-champions/) - Emma Bergesen scored the golden goal for Mount Royal as the No. 8-seeded Cougars defeated the No. 3 Concordia Stingers 4-3 in overtime in the gold medal game of the 2023 U SPORTS Women’s Hockey Championship at CEPSUM in Montréal on Sunday night.
- [Canada West Champs Get Top Seed at University Cup](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/03/15/canada-west-champs-get-top-seed-at-university-cup/) - The University of Calgary Dinos, who won their first Canada West championship since 1996 last week, are the top seed going into this week's Cavendish Farms University Cup.
- [Booster Club Athletes at the 2022 Winter Olympics](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/02/21/booster-club-athletes-at-the-2022-winter-olympics/) - The Calgary Booster Club is proud of all our 2022 Winter Olympics Athletes and, in whatever way it can, will continue to support their dreams.
- [Calgary Booster Club Adds Storyteller to Roster](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2023/03/06/calgary-booster-club-adds-storyteller-to-roster/) - In an ongoing effort to celebrate outstanding athletes, volunteers and others involved in the city’s vibrant sports scene, the Calgary Booster Club has hired Ian Wilson as the new Content Manager for the organization’s communications department.
- [Frisbee Rob Going Long Distance Saturday at McMahon Stadium](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/10/18/frisbee-rob-going-long-distance-saturday-at-mcmahon-stadium/) - This Saturday, Oct 23, Frisbee Rob and his canine teammate Sailor will be performing at the Calgary Stampeders halftime show when they take on the Saskatchewan Roughriders
- [Like Dad And Brothers, Lowry's Hockey Continues](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/11/29/like-dad-and-brothers-lowrys-hockey-continues/) - Tessa Lowry is advancing her hockey adventure, taking on a coaching role with the SAIT Trojans women's team, which stands as the only all-female hockey staff in the ACAC. "It's empowering to see that," said the 24-year-old daughter of Dave Lowry.
- [Forest Lawn's Khanh Le — Harry Hood Winner — Division 3](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/11/22/forest-lawns-khanh-le-harry-hood-winner-division-3/) - Congratulations to Khanh Le from Forest Lawn High School, the winner of the Division 3 Harry Hood Award.
- [Matteo Civitarese – Harry Hood Winner – Division 1](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/11/07/matteo-civitarese-harry-hood-winner-division-1/) - Congratulations to Matteo Civitarese from Notre Dame High School, the winner of the Division 1 Harry Hood Award.
- [Cameron Fewster – Harry Hood Winner – Division 2](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/11/14/cameron-fewster-harry-hood-winner-division-2/) - Congratulations to Cameron Fewster from William Aberhart High School, the winner of the Division 2 Harry Hood Award.
- [Tewksbury Marvels At Life's Adventures](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/10/31/tewksbury-marvels-at-lifes-adventures/) - Being invited to Queen Elizabeth's funeral is only the latest chapter in the life of one of Calgary's most fascinating people. Olympic medals, including gold in 1992, don't begin to tell the story of Mark Tewksbury. And, at 54, he continues to break ground. "I love my life. It's so interesting. I never know what's going to come."
- [Durante Stays Busy Blocking Pucks, Paddling](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/10/25/durante-stays-busy-blocking-pucks-paddling/) - Calgary's Gabriella Durante maintains a hectic pace. Summers mean twice-daily workouts for sprint-canoe events. Winters mean tending the nets of the UCalgary Dinos hockey team, plus a full course load. And she refs. And she coaches. "It's exhausting physically, mentally, emotionally ... (but) it's on me."
- [Pennock's New Phase Filled With Rewards](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/10/18/pennocks-new-phase-filled-with-rewards/) - Retired as an accomplished triathlete and still only 29 years old, Calgary's Ellen Pennock is enjoying the next phase of her life — living and coaching in Victoria, working as the creative director of Feisty Media, and, yes, still running very fast. "I have things I'm excited about, which is great. This is definitely the best I've been in a long time."
- [Calgarian Latches Onto Basketball Bronze](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/10/11/calgarian-latches-onto-basketball-bronze/) - Calgary's Jordan Jensen-Whyte reflects on a basketball season that saw him win an NBLC championship with the London Lightning and a Commonwealth Games bronze medal with Team Canada. "I've had a really interesting and unique career. I'm really excited about what's going to be happening next. But, as I've learned over the years, things can change."
- [SAIT Golfer Earns ACAC Men's Crown](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/10/04/sait-golfer-earns-acac-mens-crown/) - Brodie Shields-Tyler rises to the occasion for the SAIT Trojans, capturing the ACAC men's championship, the biggest victory of his golfing career. "It's definitely awesome to have it on the resume." Now the Calgarian is preparing for the national showcase.
- [Scholz Makes Her Team Canada Debut](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/09/28/scholz-makes-her-team-canada-debut/) - Melanie Scholz, former star of William Aberhart High School and the UCalgary Dinos, made her Team Canada debut this summer at the Commonwealth Games field-hockey tournament in England. The experience left an impression. "Overwhelmingly, the craziest event I've been to. Even going to opening ceremonies, it just gives you chills. It was so cool."
- [Paratriathlon Superstar Bolsters Race Resume](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/09/20/paratriathlon-superstar-bolsters-race-resume/) - Calgary's paratriathlon ace, Stefan Daniel, recently broadened his athletic horizons, entering his first half-ironman and placing an impressive 12th in the men's professional division in Santa Cruz, Calif. "It was more to do something different ... and it was a good time to do it."
- [Dawgs' Rookie Grinds Past Personal Obstacles](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/09/15/dawgs-rookie-grinds-past-personal-obstacles/) - For outfielder Alejandro Cazorla Granados, the Okotoks Dawgs' championship run capped a remarkable turnaround on the field and off of it. "From where I was six months earlier to that moment? It was the complete polar (opposite). It meant the world — and not just because we won at the end. A very special year."
- [Fundraising BBQ](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/09/14/fundraising-bbq/) - Sport's foothold in the community is well-established, its reach undeniable. Recognizing the reach, the Calgary Booster Club appreciates the positive impact of sport on social, mental, and physical well-being.
- [Well-Rounded Calgarian Picks Track Cycling, Thrives](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/09/06/well-rounded-calgarian-picks-track-cycling-thrives/) - Sarah Orban, in her 20s, decided to embrace track cycling. Now racing on the international stage, the Calgarian has her eyes on the 2024 Olympics in Paris. "It's been quite the journey. At this point, I feel like I've been a cyclist forever."
- [Remembering Doug Mitchell](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/08/25/remembering-doug-mitchell/) - Mitchell's memorial service is set for Thursday, Sept. 8, at the Jack Singer Concert Hall (225 8th Avenue SE, Calgary, AB). The tribute begins at 2 p.m.
- [Big-Hitting Crowchild Heads To National, World Events](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/08/24/big-hitting-crowchild-heads-to-national-world-events/) - One of golf's biggest hitters, Irene Crowchild reflects on a journey filled with adversity and recovery and, ultimately, success. "Starting this whole long-drive stuff, I never thought I'd be here," says the two-time Canadian women's champion, who is entered in the upcoming world showcase in Japan.
- [Red Wings Sold On Dylan James](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/08/17/red-wings-sold-on-dylan-james/) - Calgary kid — on the rise for his entire draft year with the USHL Sioux City Musketeers — jumps up the charts, surprises the pundits, gets picked 40th overall by Steve Yzerman and the Detroit Red Wings. "I was pretty shocked," says Dylan James. "I didn't expect to go that high, but I'll take it, obviously."
- [Wrestler Bouchard Goes Into Dinos Hall Of Fame](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/08/09/wrestler-bouchard-goes-into-dinos-hall-of-fame/) - Justine Bouchard — thanks to a terrific career at UCalgary, in addition to international success — becomes the first female wrestler inducted into the Dinos Hall of Fame. "Honestly, I just feel so blessed that I've had the career I had," says the Wetaskiwin native.
- [Okotoks Ultramarathoner Shatters Cross-Canada Record](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/08/03/okotoks-ultramarathoner-shatters-cross-canada-record/) - Local ultramarathoner discusses his record-breaking adventure, which included a likely case of COVID, a probable concussion, daily soul-baring updates on social media, hundreds of pavement-pounding hours, a never-ending interior dialogue.
- [Kaleb Toth Earns Spot In Canadian Lacrosse Shrine](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/07/25/kaleb-toth-earns-spot-in-canadian-lacrosse-shrine/) - Calgarian's terrific career — which includes guiding his home-town squad from expansion franchise to championship winner — has landed him in the Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame. "I was surprised," says Kaleb Toth. "I was kind of shocked, but definitely honoured."
- [68th Sports Gala Raffle Prize Winners](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/06/27/68th-sports-gala-raffle-prize-winners/) - The Calgary Booster Club congratulates the following individuals for winning the prizes indicated below.
- [68th Annual Sports Gala Recap](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/07/07/68th-annual-sports-gala-recap/) - On Sunday, June 26, 2022 we held our 68th annual Sports Gala. This was the first in-person gala since 2019, and it was great to be back together in person!
- [Winter Nominations and Applications are Now Open](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/01/26/winter-nominations-and-applications-are-now-open/) - Every January, the Calgary Booster Club opens nominations and applications for two (2) of our Recognition Awards and two (2) of our Grant Awards.
- [Hot-handed Golfer Earns 2021 Athlete Of The Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/06/20/hot-handed-golfer-earns-2021-athlete-of-the-year/) - Not only did Riley Fleming get married in 2021, he enjoyed a splendid stretch on the golf course, winning several events, including the PGA Championship of Canada. "I've never been more proud." The Airdrie native, as the Calgary Booster Club's male athlete of the year, lays claim to the Scott-Mamini Memorial Award.
- [Tickets Available for the 68th Annual Sports Gala](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/06/17/tickets-available-for-the-68th-annual-sports-gala/) - The Calgary Booster Club is set to roll out the red carpet for its 68th annual Sports Gala on Sunday, June 26th.
- [Stephanie Labbé Earns Female Athlete Of The Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/06/15/stephanie-labbe-earns-female-athlete-of-the-year/) - The Calgary Booster Club's female athlete of the year, Stephanie Labbé, led Team Canada to the top of the podium at the Tokyo Olympics. Now retired, the golden goalkeeper discusses the thrills of 2021, her final season of soccer.
- [Lorenz Riding Stellar Season Into NHL Draft](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/06/13/lorenz-riding-stellar-season-into-nhl-draft/) - Rieger Lorenz heads into the NHL draft as the top-ranked Calgarian — and top-ranked Junior A player. Star of the AJHL Okotoks Oilers, the forward is bound this fall for the University of Denver.
- [Football Mainstay Named Sportsperson Of The Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/06/09/football-mainstay-named-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Contributing to the Calgary Bantam Football Association for 49 years — and counting — Ron Logan is the 2022 Sportsperson of the Year. Over the decades of volunteering, he also found time to coach baseball, hockey, soccer.
- [Local Learns Boxing's Ups And Downs](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/06/06/local-learns-boxings-ups-and-downs/) - Calgary's Bree Howling is learning about the ups and downs of the professional boxing game. But, even after missing out on the grandest of opportunities, she's as eager as ever to chase titles.
- [Calgary Booster Club Announces Honoured Athletic Leaders](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/06/01/calgary-booster-club-announces-honoured-athletic-leaders/) - The Calgary Booster Club today unveiled the names of its nine new Honoured Athletic Leaders.
- [Water Polo Olympian Prioritizes Mental Health](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/05/31/water-polo-olympian-prioritizes-mental-health/) - Local athlete Kyra Christmas — scoring star of the Canadian women's water polo team, productive import for a club in Greece — opens up about her mental-health challenges over the years. "I definitely still struggle with it."
- [Calgary Booster Club Announces Award Winners](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/05/25/calgary-booster-club-announces-award-winners/) - The Calgary Booster Club today announced the Athletes of the Year, based on performance during the 2021 calendar year, and Sportsperson of the Year.
- [Swimmer's Retirement Lasts Only Two Days](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/05/23/swimmers-retirement-lasts-only-two-days/) - Calgary swimmer Stephen Calkins has dedicated much of his life to racing. Always close to making a national team, he could never quite get there. So he decided to retire. Then something funny happened. "Kind of weird."
- [Puck-Chasing Perrett Couldn't Be Busier, Happier](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/05/17/puck-chasing-perrett-couldnt-be-busier-happier/) - Calgary teenager Ryann Perrett is barrelling into a busy stretch. Not that she's complaining. With the Notre Dame Hounds, she's currently participating in the Esso Cup. Immediately after that? She's heading for Hockey Canada's U18 selection camp. And, don't forget, high school graduation is right around the corner.
- [Draft-Day Indignity Still Fuels Hunchak](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/05/10/draft-day-indignity-still-fuels-hunchak/) - Colton Hunchak's evolution from draft-day afterthought to game-day contributor for the Stampeders is impressive. Now the local's path to the CFL has become a blueprint for up-and-coming football players in Calgary.
- [UCalgary Star Excels On And Off The Track](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/05/02/ucalgary-star-excels-on-and-off-the-track/) - Overcoming significant setbacks — burnout and a broken back — UCalgary runner is forging a brilliant career, recently dominating at the Canada West Conference and U Sports levels. Plus, his continued devotion to volunteer work is earning community recognition.
- [Reaching 40 Fights, Claggett Going Strong](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/04/26/reaching-40-fights-claggett-going-strong/) - With a recent bout in Montreal, Steve Claggett ran his professional fight total to 40. Reaching a milestone like that is never straightforward. "Such a roller coaster," is what he says. In conversation, the Calgarian runs through the highs and lows of his ongoing boxing career.
- [2021 Athlete of the Year Voting](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/04/25/2021-athlete-of-the-year-voting/) - As we finalize the voting for our 2021 Athletes of the Year, we wanted to hear from you. [Note: The award reflects the 2021 calendar year. For instance, the Toyko Olympics count; the Beijing Olympics do not.]
- ["Life-Changing" Run Keeps Calgarian Moving](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/04/18/life-changing-run-keeps-calgarian-moving/) - A decade ago, Melissa Paauwe embraced running — or should we say running embraced her? Now the Calgarian thrives on the paths and trails, explores various running-related ventures, volunteers for a number of groups.
- [Ski Jumper Recounts History-Making Moment](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/04/11/ski-jumper-recounts-history-making-moment/) - Ski jumper Matt Soukup — one of four Calgarians on Canada's mixed team — discusses the historic bronze in Beijing. From funding to facilities, the crew overcame obstacle after obstacle before its magic moment at the Olympics.
- [Ex-wrestler Embraces Weightlifting, Bound For Commonwealth Games](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/04/04/ex-wrestler-embraces-weightlifting-bound-for-commonwealth-games/) - Hannah Kaminski had been a promising wrestler till her career was derailed by a shoulder injury. "Then weightlifting found me." And now the Calgarian has qualified for the 2022 Commonwealth Games in England.
- [Basketball Referee Retires After 40 Years](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/03/29/basketball-referee-retires-after-40-years/) - Calgary basketball referee retires after 40 years on the job — with 4,500 games under his belt. Son of an Olympic sprinter, Dick Vanderstam found his calling as an official on the local hoops scene.
- [Navigating 'Roadblocks,' Local Earns Olympic Spot](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/03/23/navigating-roadblocks-local-earns-olympic-spot/) - Calgarian switches from hockey to speed skating in her mid-teens, works her way through the "roadblocks" of the past couple of years, and earns a spot at the Olympics in Beijing.
- [Calgarian's Road To Super Bowl Win](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/03/14/calgarians-road-to-super-bowl-win/) - Calgarian, as video director of the Los Angeles Rams, becomes a Super Bowl champion. After attending Sir Winston Churchill High School and the University of Calgary, he started his football career by joining the Stampeders in 2004.
- [Soroka: On MLB Lockout, Rehab, World Series](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/03/07/soroka-on-mlb-lockout-rehab-world-series/) - A conversation with Calgary's Mike Soroka, who shares his thoughts on the MLB lockout, his return-to-play timetable, and experiencing the Atlanta Braves' championship run.
- [Drawn By A Lifestyle, Fraser Skis To Olympics](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/02/28/drawn-by-a-lifestyle-fraser-skis-to-olympics/) - A freestyle-skiing life appealed to Amy Fraser. The University of Calgary student loved the idea of skiing and travelling the world and having fun. So, at 22 years of age, she tried the sport and rode it all the way to the Olympic Games.
- [Determined, Cederstrand Is Making A Difference](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/02/21/determined-cederstrand-is-making-a-difference/) - Recently named Flames Community Champion, Chris Cederstrand is someone who found ways to thrive after suffering a workplace accident. Now the sledge-hockey ace is devoting his life to helping others.
- [For Years, Calgarian Stoked Canada's Luge Fortunes](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/02/14/for-years-calgarian-stoked-canadas-luge-fortunes/) - After qualifying for four straight Olympics and becoming Canada's most decorated luger, Alex Gough is now president of Luge Canada and a full-time civil engineer.
- [Don Buchignani Inducted into the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/02/09/don-buchignani-inducted-into-the-alberta-sports-hall-of-fame/) - The Calgary Booster Club is thrilled to see long-time board member and past president Don Buchignani inducted into the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame.
- [Mom, Firefighter, Broadcaster, Upperton Stays Busy](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/02/07/mom-firefighter-broadcaster-upperton-stays-busy/) - The Calgarian, in the decade since retiring from a wonderful bobsleigh career, has continued to pad her professional resume — becoming an award-winning broadcaster and, now, a firefighter.
- [Goalie Coach's Wisdom Extends Across The City](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/01/31/goalie-coachs-wisdom-extends-across-the-city/) - Goalie coach stays busy, passing on his hard-earned wisdom to both of the Dinos' teams, the Calgary Hitmen, the Canadian women's squad at the Olympics — and his two boys.
- [Fearlessness, Dedication Propel McKay To Her Goal - Olympic Games In Tokyo](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/07/19/fearlessness-dedication-propel-mckay-to-her-goal-olympic-games-in-tokyo/) - Caeli McKay, the winner of the Henry Viney trophy as our Female Athlete of the Year, is fearless, dedicated, and fell in love with the Olympics and diving - in that order.
- [Wheelchair-Rugby Star Leads Canadian Team Into Tokyo Paralympics](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/07/26/wheelchair-rugby-star-leads-canadian-team-into-tokyo-paralympics/) - "We've played in plenty of tournaments over the years where you're in a gym and there's two teams and about five people in the stands," said Madell. "So it won't be a foreign feeling for us."
- [Calgary Family Goes The Distance To Live The Olympic Dream](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/08/02/calgary-family-goes-the-distance-to-live-the-olympic-dream/) - Cole and Halle Pratt are brother and sister - and members of Team Canada. Cole competed in the 100m Backstroke and finished 7th in his heat, while Halle is set to compete on August 6 in Artistic Swimming.
- [Childhood Pals Thrilled To Have Hockey Paths Cross With NHL's Kings](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/08/10/childhood-pals-playing-for-the-los-angeles-kings/) - The first time they played together, Austin Strand and Austin Wagner were two of five boys who shared the same first name. Now, they're the only Austins in the LA Kings organization.
- [Inspirational Oakes Leads Team Canada Into 2020 Paralympics](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/08/17/inspirational-oakes-leads-team-canada-into-2020-paralympics/) - Jennifer Oakes will be competing with the Canadian Paralympic Team in Sitting Volleyball at the 2020 Tokyo Paralympic Games, with the competition scheduled for Aug 27 - Sept 5.
- [Rower Overcomes Adversity to Land Olympic Gold Medal](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/08/26/rower-overcomes-adversity-to-land-olympic-gold-medal/) - Forty days before the Tokyo 2020 Opening Ceremonies, Canadian Rower Kasia Gruchalla-Wesierski fractured her collarbone during a freak bike accident. Not only did Kasia recover in time to compete with the Women's eight boat, she also won gold.
- [Hodgson Taking HEROS Program To The Next Level](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/08/30/hodgson-taking-heros-program-to-the-next-level/) - Earlier this year, Kevin Hodgson won the prestigious Willie O’Ree Community Hero Award, given annually by the NHL to an individual who – through the sport of hockey – has positively impacted his or her community, culture or society.
- [Basketball Star Takes Next Step In Hardwood Journey](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/09/20/basketball-star-takes-next-step-in-hardwood-journey/) - In the West Coast conference title game against BYU, Yvonne Ejim came up big, scoring a game-high 13 points to help Gonzaga to a frantic 43-42 comeback win.
- [Shooter Aims To Match Her Dad: Three Olympics](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/09/01/shooter-aims-to-match-her-dad-three-olympics/) - Lynda Kiejko represented Canada at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics in the Women's 10-metre Air Pistol and the Women's 25-metre Pistol.
- [Racing Or Not, This Sprinter Is Always Moving](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/10/11/racing-or-not-this-sprinter-is-always-moving/) - Sam Effah missed qualifying for the Olympics for the 3rd time this year due to being in mandatory isolation for 14 days. Effah spoke about his appreciation rather than making excuses.
- [Sledder Reflects On A Career Filled With Twists And Turns](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/10/21/sledder-reflects-on-a-career-filled-with-twists-and-turns/) - After watching the opening ceremonies of the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, Alysia Rissling was captivated by the look on the faces of the athletes, and wanted to feel that sense of accomplishment.
- [Dashing Through His Golden Years, Miller Spreads The Word](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/10/25/dashing-through-his-golden-years-miller-spreads-the-word/) - Gerry Miller has run more than 50 marathons, won his age division numerous times, and didn't even start competing in the marathon until he was 58.
- [The Missile Aims For His Third Trip To The Olympics](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/11/01/the-missile-aims-for-his-third-trip-to-the-olympics/) - Leading up to the Tokyo Olympics, the pandemic restrictions took Yuri Kisil out of the pool for four straight months, the longest he's gone without swimming in his career.
- [Runner Embraces The College Pace, Thrives In NCAA](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/11/22/runner-embraces-the-college-pace-thrives-in-ncaa/) - In the fall of 2016, Ryan Smeeton started his post secondary career at Oklahoma State University. He put in the work, which led to a 3rd place finish in 2021.
- [Calgarian Earns World Series Title, Then Big Promotion](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/11/30/calgarian-earns-world-series-title-then-big-promotion/) - Calgarian Mike Frostad moved up to the big leagues in 2010 and after several years with the Toronto Blue Jays, was hired by the Atlanta Braves. The same Braves who won the World Series this fall.
- [Fencer Rolls Up Her Sleeves, Hones A New Skillset](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/12/08/fencer-rolls-up-her-sleeves-hones-a-new-skillset/) - Despite having never once operated a power saw or a drill, Olympic Fencer Alanna Goldie is determined to build her own custom camper van. With a competitive season that can last much of the year, having an off-season release is crucial, helping ensure she can continue competing at a high level.
- [Dedicated Leader Earns Special Olympics National Award](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/12/14/dedicated-leader-earns-special-olympics-national-award/) - A Calgary coach who is fully immersed in the Special Olympics program — locally, provincially, nationally — is recognized, again.
- [Catching Up With Straz, Setting An Inspirational Pace](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/12/21/catching-up-with-straz-setting-an-inspirational-pace/) - A catch-up with Ryan Straschnitzki, an Airdrie kid paralyzed in the Humboldt Broncos' bus crash three and a half years ago.
- [Canoeist Makes History At Olympics, Now Regrouping For Paris](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/12/28/canoeist-makes-history-at-olympics-now-regrouping-for-paris/) - Calgary's Haley Daniels helped to spearhead debut of women canoeists at 2020 Olympics. Now, after finally taking a well-deserved rest, she's gearing up for a run at Paris 2024.
- [Squash's Grandest Stages And No. 18 World Ranking](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/01/03/squashs-grandest-stages-and-no18-world-ranking/) - Calgarian chases her squash dreams all over the planet, plays on the sport's grandest stages, rises to No. 18 on the world charts.
- ['Nerdy Kid' Embraces Luge, Slides To The Olympics](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/01/25/nerdy-kid-embraces-luge-slides-to-the-olympics/) - When she was nine years old, the Calgarian got a public luge pass from her parents for Christmas. A dozen years later she's qualified for the 2022 Olympics in Beijing.
- [Rebounding From KO, Pitcher Dominates NAIA](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/01/12/rebounding-from-ko-pitcher-dominates-naia/) - Calgary pitcher overcomes a scary incident on the mound, rebounds to earn Mid-South Conference top-freshman honours.
- [Daniel Lavoie - Harry Hood Winner - Division 2](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/11/17/daniel-lavoie-harry-hood-winner-division-2/) - Photos courtesy Daniel Lavoie and Coral Lukaniuk. A long-time lacrosse player, Daniel Lavoie was eager to expand his horizons when he got to high school. So, as a Grade 10 student at Crescent Heights, he considered his sporting options. "This is funny," recalled Lavoie. "I was about to try out for the volleyball team when
- [Luke Bednarek - Harry Hood Winner - Division 3](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/11/17/luke-bednarek-harry-hood-winner-division-3/) - Photos courtesy Luke Bednarek and Josh Knude. If you're looking for Luke Bednarek, don't bother checking the sidelines. Because when Bishop Carroll High School is engaged in a game of football, the youngster rarely gets — or wants — a breather. If the Cardinals have the ball, Bednarek operates as a receiver. When the defence
- [Tieso Piscionieri - Harry Hood Winner - Division 1](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/11/06/tieso-piscionieri-harry-hood-winner-division-1/) - Photos courtesy Michelle Doepker and Tieso Piscionieri. When it comes to football, no one is left guessing about the depth of Tieso Piscionieri's passion. When his father Frank took him to McMahon Stadium for his first live look at the Calgary Stampeders, the little boy was unmistakably hooked. Taking note, Dad forked out for season
- [Phelps Insists He Has Even More To Offer Local Scene](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/10/04/phelps-insists-he-has-even-more-to-offer-local-scene/) - The old coach is perched on the edge of a patio chair in the meticulously maintained backyard of the Marlborough home that he and his wife Rita have owned for 52 years. Leaning forward, Don Phelps tells his visitor that retirement is leaving him a tad stale. Sure, there's the garden, which features a koi
- [Coach Reflects on a Lifetime of Giving Back](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/09/14/coach-reflects-on-a-lifetime-of-giving-back/) - A bright lad, he starts school a year early. Then, continuing to show academic promise, he skips a grade in elementary school. Everything about the situation, according to Lawrence King, works well. "Till I got to junior high." There, at least two years younger than everybody else, he becomes a target. Smart but immature, he
- [Calgary Booster Club Overhauls, Then Re-launches Its Website](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2022/01/20/calgary-booster-club-overhauls-then-re-launches-its-website/) - “In our efforts to better service a contemporary, tech-savvy audience, the Calgary Booster Club recognized that this was a priority initiative; the new website incorporates the latest technology," said Mark Kosak, the club's vice-president of marketing.
- [Calgary Booster Club Bolsters Communications Department](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/07/07/calgary-booster-club-bolsters-communications-department/) - Eager to heighten its profile in the community, the Calgary Booster Club added two posts to its communications department this week. The storied association — which, for nearly 70 years, has celebrated the excellence of local athletes and volunteers — hired Rob McLeod as Digital Media Manager and Scott Cruickshank as Content Manager. The newcomers'
- [Determined Slider Works Herself into Position for Beijing Bid](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/09/07/determined-slider-works-herself-into-position-for-beijing-bid/) - Till the age of 18, figure skating served as her go-to sport. She enjoyed it, despite realizing she would never rise above the club level. No matter. Because all the while, Grace Dafoe had a hunch that something else would one day enter her athletic orbit. Meaning she was always on the look-out. And other
- [Calgary runner charts unique course to Olympics](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2021/07/12/calgary-runner-charts-unique-course-to-olympics/) - The lanky young man settles into the start zone, knowing that this race — Toronto Waterfront Marathon — doubles as the Canadian championship and the Olympic Games trial. For Trevor Hofbauer, it also stands as the culmination of a singleminded six-year plan. A lot to consider. And a lot to bear? Perhaps. But on that

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- [Harry Hood Memorial Football Scholarship](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/harry-hood-memorial-football-scholarship/) - Harry Hood Memorial Football Scholarship - Nominations Open Fall 2026 - About the Award This award was established in Harry's honour in 1956 and is the longest standing award given out by the CSHSAA/Calgary Booster Club partnership. It has been presented annually to the top student athlete in Division I football. Starting in the 2017/18
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- [Honoured Athletic Leader - Nomination Package](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/honoured-athletic-leader/honoured-athletic-leader-nomination-package/) - Honoured Athletic Leader - Nomination Package - Nominations are now closed for 2026 -​ Requirements Volunteer, athlete, and/or administrator. We encourage you to submit three letters of support. The following criteria will be analyzed and evaluated in the selection process: Length of services as a coach, official, volunteer, athlete, and/or administrator Active promotion of sport
- [Honoured Athletic Leader - Nomination Form](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/honoured-athletic-leader/honoured-athletic-leader-nomination-form/) - Honoured Athletic Leader - Nomination Form - Nominations are now closed for 2026 -​ If you have any questions about the Honoured Athletic Leader or the nomination process, please send an email to media@calgaryboosterclub.com. Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Nominator
- [Sportsperson of the Year - Nomination Package](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/sportsperson-of-the-year-nomination-package/) - Sportsperson of the Year - Nominations are now closed for 2026 -​ Eligibility In order to be considered for Sportsperson of the Year, one must submit three letters of reference to support your nomination. The following criteria will be analyzed and evaluated in the selection process: Nomination must have received an Honoured Athletic Leader Award
- [Sportsperson of the Year - Nomination Form](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/sportsperson-of-the-year-nomination-form/) - Sportsperson of the Year - Nominations are now closed for 2026 -​ Please note that one of the criteria is a Sportsperson of the Year nominee must have previously been recognized as an Honoured Athletic Leader. If you're not sure if your nominee was previously recognized as a HAL, please check the list here. If
- [Art Smith Endowment - Application Package](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/grants/art-smith-endowment-grant/art-smith-endowment-application-package/) - Art Smith Endowment Grant - Application Package - Applications are now closed for 2026 -​ Next Steps - Application Package If you have any questions about the nomination process or any of the supporting documents, please contact media@calgaryboosterclub.com. In order to complete the application, you are required to submit the following documents to media@calgaryboosterclub.com by the deadline
- [Art Smith Endowment - Application Form](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/grants/art-smith-endowment-grant/art-smith-endowment-application-form/) - Art Smith Endowment Grant - Applications are now closed for 2026 -​ Start Your Application If you are 17+, please apply for the Art Smith. If you are U17, please apply for the Bob Freeze. If you have any questions about the Art Smith Endowment or the application process, please send an email to media@calgaryboosterclub.com.
- [Art Smith Endowment Grant](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/grants/art-smith-endowment-grant/) - Art Smith Endowment Grant - Applications are now closed for 2026 - About the Fund The Art Smith Amateur Sport Legacy Fund is a partnership between the Calgary Booster Club and the Parks Foundation Calgary. Together these two groups have created and will continue to build an endowment fund to provide much needed assistance for
- [About](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/about/) - About Dedicated to the development and encouragement of athletic endeavour The Calgary Booster Club, a volunteer-run organization, has been a fixture on the local sports landscape since 1952. It dedicates its resources and support to deserving members of the community, annually honouring volunteers, athletes, coaches, and administrators. In addition to handing out multiple scholarships and
- [Lawrence King - 2018 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/lawrence-king-2018-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Lawrence King - 2018 Sportsperson of the Year - Lawrence King is the ultimate leader and volunteer, involved in sports for over 50 years. Lawrence began his career with a track Scholarship to Idaho State University where he was a Lettermen for four years in Cross Country and Track & Field. He then began his
- [Special Olympics Calgary Athlete of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/special-olympics-athletes-of-the-year/) - Special Olympics Calgary Athlete of the Year - Jack Gregory Award - About Jack Gregory Jack Gregory has been the ambassador as well as the face of Special Olympics Calgary for nearly three decades. He has served as a Board member for the Special Olympics for over 20 years and is currently Past Chairman of
- [Awards](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/awards/) - Awards Investing in People. Strengthening Sport. Building Calgary’s Future. For more than 70 years, the Calgary Booster Club has supported amateur sport in Calgary through meaningful grants and scholarships. Our Awards program exists to reduce barriers, recognize dedication, and help athletes and students pursue excellence at every stage of their journey. Art Smith Endowment Grant
- [Recognition](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/) - Recognition Celebrating Excellence. Preserving Legacy. Inspiring the Future. For more than seven decades, the Calgary Booster Club has played a vital role in celebrating athletic excellence and leadership in our city. Recognition is at the heart of what we do — not simply to honour achievement, but to ensure that the stories, values, and people
- [Dinner Programs](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/sports-gala/dinner-programs/) - Dinner Programs Each year, we create a dinner program for the Sports Gala. Although we are missing a few digital files, you can download most of the dinner programs below. They are in PDF format, so you can either save to your device, or open in your browser. 2025 2024 2023 2022 2020 2019 2018
- [City of Calgary Recognition](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/city-of-calgary-recognition/)
- [City of Calgary Recognition Guidelines](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/city-of-calgary-recognition-guidelines/) - Recognition of Sport Excellence Sports Recognition Guidelines for Calgary Based Athletes Acknowledgement by The City of Calgary & Calgary Booster Club What sports do we acknowledge? National Sport Federations that are members of (recognized by) the Canadian Olympic Association Sports not recognized by the COA, but are affiliated with a National Sport Federation What standings
- [Athletes of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/athletes-of-the-year/) - Athletes of the Year The Calgary Booster Club each year declares the top male and female athletes in the city. Winners come from a wide range of pursuits — from diving to wrestling, from basketball to boxing, from curling to luge — which is a reflection of Calgary's bustling sporting landscape. The female award is
- [Female Athlete of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/athletes-of-the-year/female-athlete-of-the-year/) - Female Athlete of the Year Henry Viney Trophy This award, named in honour of Henry Viney, the long-time Sports Director of CFCN Radio-Television, was established in 1987 by the Calgary Sports Media Club. Viney, over a career that spanned some 50 years, covered every major sporting event around the globe and received many major awards
- [Male Athlete of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/athletes-of-the-year/male-athlete-of-the-year/) - Male Athlete of the Year Scott-Mamini Memorial Award The Scott-Mamini Award, initiated by the Calgary Press-Radio-TV Sports Club in 1958, was presented annually to the city’s Athlete of the Year as chosen by the media. That format continued until 1987 when the Scott-Mamini became the Male Athlete of the Year recognition. It is named forHarry
- [Don Buchignani - 2021](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/presidents-award/don-buchignani-2021/) - Don grew up in Trail, B.C. where he played hockey in the winter and baseball in the summer. He attended St. Francis Xavier University (Nova Scotia), University of Alberta (Edmonton) and Gonzaga University (Washington), earning a Master’s degree in Education Administration. Don was a math and science teacher, a coach, and an administrator for 34
- [Jim "Deak" Cassidy - 1984 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/jim-deak-cassidy-1984-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Jim "Deak" Cassidy - 1984 Sportsperson of the Year - A native Calgarian, Deak has been involved in hockey, baseball, track and field, football, as a player, coach, official, executive, and administrator. Following his playing days, Deak was a timekeeper in the High School Football League, was a Judge at High School track meets, and
- [Patrick Jarvis - 2024 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/patrick-jarvis-2024-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Patrick Jarvis - 2024 Sportsperson of the Year - Patrick Jarvis has a lifelong commitment to sport, reflected in his broad involvement and numerous roles across decades of dedicated service. Since the 1970s, he has empowered people with disabilities to achieve their fullest potential through sport. His connection with the Calgary Booster Club began in
- [Ron Logan - 2022 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/ron-logan-2022-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Ron Logan - 2022 Sportsperson of the Year - Before immersing himself in organized sports, Logan was a typical kid—charging around the playground and getting into all sorts of rough-and-tumble fun. Growing up in West Hillhurst, Logan had a friend who was the water boy for the Mount Royal Cougars football team. This connection
- [Greg Peterson - 2023 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/greg-peterson-2023-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Greg Peterson - 2023 Sportsperson of the Year - Greg Peterson was born and raised in Calgary and spent his entire minor football career playing in the Calgary minor football system. He played three years of football for the Colts of the Calgary Bantam FootballAssociation, who were City champions all three years he played (1972,
- [Art Davis - 1958 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/art-davis-1958-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Art Davis - 1958 Sportsperson of the Year - Calgary sport builder who worked tirelessly for advancements of hockey, football soccer and golf organizations. Especially active in growth and development of Calgary Soccer and the building of the South Indoor Centre, housing seven pitches. President of Soccer Alberta, Canadian Soccer Association Canadian Senior Golf Association.
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- [Doug Mitchell - 2007 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/doug-mitchell-2007-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Doug Mitchell - 2007 Sportsperson of the Year Doug Mitchell is a native Calgarian who played minor hockey in the Buffalo Athletic Association and the Calgary Community Association. He graduated from Crescent Heights High School, where he played football. Doug attended Colorado College on a hockey scholarship, graduated with a B.A. in Business Administration, and
- [Grants](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/grants/) - Grants Home » Grants The Calgary Booster Club, with the generous support of local Calgary leaders, provides financial support to youth and developing athletes. Since each grant has specific criteria, you can learn more at the links below. Art Smith Endowment Bob Freeze Sport Grant
- [University of Calgary Dinos](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/post-secondary-private/university-of-calgary-dinos/) - University of Calgary Dinos Awards Home » Post Secondary/Private » University of Calgary Dinos About the Award Annually, the Dinos recognize four of their high-achieving athletes — two women, two men. Selected by a committee chaired by the Director of Athletics, the awards are based on academic excellence and contributions to their teams. Honoured Recipients
- [Queen Elizabeth](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/queen-elizabeth/) - Queen Elizabeth - Henry Philip Taylor Award - About Henry Henry was a student at Queen Elizabeth High School in 1974 and a member of the junior boys football team. After a practice one night he complained of a headache in the locker room and collapsed. Unfortunately, he never regained consciousness and it was believed
- [St. Mary’s](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/st-marys/) - St. Mary’s - Father Pat Gallagher Memorial Award - About Father Gallagher Father Gallagher came to Calgary in 1967 after teaching for several years in Ontario, Saskatchewan and Lethbridge. He taught chemistry and religious studies at St. Mary’s High School for 19 years and finished his last year at St. Francis High School in 1987.
- [Centennial](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/centennial/) - Centennial - Myrna Emprey Award - About Myrna Myrna was a physical education teacher, department head and coach at William Aberhart School for many years and had a tremendous influence on the success of the school in athletics. Her teams were always well coached and displayed a high level of sportsmanship and enthusiasm that created
- [Bowness](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/bowness/) - Bowness - Sheila Iversen Award - About Sheila Sheila was an excellent student athlete at William Aberhart High School where she participated in basketball, field hockey and track & field. She graduated in 1963 and was honoured by the Calgary Booster club and the CSHSAA with the Gretta Schwartz Memorial Award for the top female
- [Robert Thirsk](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/robert-thirsk/) - Robert Thirsk - Tom Inkster Memorial Award - About Tom Tom Inkster was involved in the sport of wrestling for over 40 years in his capacity as an athlete, coach, official and administrator. He began his career as a high school student at Martin Collegiate in Regina, Saskatchewan and then moved to the University of
- [Our Lady of the Rockies](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/our-lady-of-the-rockies/) - Our Lady of the Rockies - Bert Joines Award - About Bert After starting his teaching career in Sangudo, Alberta in 1977, Bert relocated to Calgary where he began at work at St. Augustine Junior High. Eventually, he moved to St. Francis High School, then, after nine years there, shifted to Bishop Grandin High School.
- [Bishop McNally](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/bishop-mcnally/) - Bishop McNally - Don Buchignani Award - About Don For 34 years, Don was a teacher, coach, and administrator for the Calgary Catholic School District. His extensive coaching career included swimming, diving, volleyball, basketball, hockey, and cheerleading. President of the University of Calgary Swim Club and the Lindsay Park Sports Society, Don also served as
- [Bishop Carroll](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/bishop-carroll/) - Bishop Carroll - Hayley Wickenheiser Award - About Hayley The Calgary Booster Club's Female Athlete of the Year — earning 2008 Henry Viney Trophy — Hayley is widely regarded as one of the best-ever players in women's hockey. She skated for the national team for 23 years, seven times winning the world championship. In 2011,
- [Sir Winston Churchill](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/sir-winston-churchill/) - Sir Winston Churchill - Barry Kimick Award - About Barry Barry has dedicated over 17 years to promoting and coaching wrestling with the CSHSAA. He attended Royal Rhoades College and Queens University before coming to Calgary as a physical education teacher at Van Horne and A.E. Cross Junior High Schools. In 1992 he moved to
- [St. Francis](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/st-francis/) - St. Francis - Gary DeMan Award - About Gary Hired by St. Francis High School, Gary taught and coached there for 32 years. His football teams won 14 city championships — 16 players went on to play professionally — and his basketball squads captured six city titles. Honoured Recipients School Name Award Name School Year
- [Central Memorial](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/central-memorial/) - Central Memorial - John Semkuley Award - About John A native Calgarian, John taught at Viscount Bennett, Henry Wise Wood, Lord Beaverbrook and Ernest Manning high schools. The subjects he covered were physical education, english, social studies, health and music. He was also a department head of guidance and an assistant principal. While he has
- [Dr. E.P. Scarlett](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/dr-e-p-scarlett/) - Dr. E.P. Scarlett - Alan Taylor Award - About Alan In the 1970’s Al Taylor was a young physical education teacher at Dr. E.P. Scarlett High School, where he coached several boys volleyball teams to successful winning seasons. He then moved to the Outdoor School at Camp Kiwanis and managed it for the Calgary Board
- [St. Martin de Porres](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/st-martin-de-porres/) - St. Martin de Porres - Dr. Arlene McGinn Award - About Dr. Arlene Arlene was a teacher, coach and administrator at Bishop Carroll, Bishop Grandin and St. Mary’s High Schools during the late 1960’s, 70’s and 80’s. A strong advocate of womens’ rights and equal opportunity for girls in athletics (particularly in basketball), Arlene worked
- [All Saints](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/all-saints/) - All Saints - Terry Dolan Memorial Award- About Terry Including his student days at St. Mary's High School, Terry was involved in high school athletics — as an athlete, referee, coach, administrator — for more than 50 years. Not only did Terry serve as the CSHSAA's basketball co-chair for more than a quarter-century, he was
- [Bishop O’Byrne](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/bishop-obyrne/) - Bishop O’Byrne - Joe Petrone Award - About Joe Named a 2020 Honoured Athletic Leader by the Calgary Booster Club, Joe has been a coach, teacher and administrator with the Calgary Catholic School Board for more than three decades. Joe, working with the CSHSAA, played a critical leadership role as fundraiser, volunteer coach (basketball, volleyball,
- [Crescent Heights](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/crescent-heights/) - Crescent Heights - Nev Anderson Memorial Award - About Nev Nev Anderson started his teaching career at Crescent Height High School as a physical education teacher and PE Department Head. In his 13 years there he coached football, basketball, rugby, wrestling and swimming, and produced many outstanding athletes and teams. He then moved on to
- [Ernest Manning](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/ernest-manning/) - Ernest Manning - Allison Godfrey Bobenic Award - About Allison Allison is a native Calgarian who attended Sir Winston Churchill High School, the University of Alberta and the University of Calgary, where she received her Masters in coaching. She is married to Bill Bobenic and they are the proud parents of two daughters, Bryna and
- [Father Lacombe](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/father-lacombe/) - Father Lacombe - Erv Hickie Award - About Erv Erv retired from education after having spent 25 years in schools as a physical education teacher, coach and administrator. He was a Principal for 20 years with his last school being Father Lacombe, where his support and encouragement helped develop many fine athletes and teams. In
- [Forest Lawn](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/forest-lawn/) - Forest Lawn - Skip Morgan Award - About Skip A guard at Western Canada High School, Skip played basketball for four years at the University of Calgary, getting conference all-star nods, before moving into the Dinos' coaching ranks. Years later, he thrived at the high school level, coaching basketball and football at Bowness, William Aberhart,
- [Henry Wise Wood](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/henry-wise-wood/) - Henry Wise Wood - Lawrence King Award - About Lawrence Lawrence retired in 2003 after 36 years with the Calgary Board of Education as a teacher, department head, administrator and coach. He is a native Calgarian who married his high school sweetheart, Helen, and they are the proud parents of a daughter, a son, and
- [Jack James & Alternative High School](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/jack-james-alternative-high-school/) - Jack James & Alternative High School - John Schellenberg Memorial Award - About John John began his career with the Calgary Board of Education in 1958 and retired in 1989 after 31 years of dedication to students, teachers and the community. He taught english, social studies and physical education and coached all sports, but basketball,
- [James Fowler](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/james-fowler/) - James Fowler - Rob Wright Award - About Rob A native Calgarian, Rob graduated from Crescent Heights High School and went on to play hockey for the University of Calgary Dinos. Teaching in the city for 34 years, while specializing in physical education and math, he spent 18 years at James Fowler High School, retiring
- [Joane Cardinal Schubert](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/joane-cardinal-schubert/) - Joane Cardinal Schubert - Joe Massey Award - About Joe Joe left Ireland as a young man with a new wife and hopes of continuing his teaching career in Canada. His degree wasn’t fully recognized in Canada, so he took up a new career as a Real Estate Appraiser. This led him to starting his
- [John G. Diefenbaker](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/john-g-diefenbaker/) - John G. Diefenbaker - Sharon Reid Award - About Sharon Sharon has been a successful teacher and coach for many years with the Calgary Board of Education. Thanks to her enthusiasm, hard work and perseverance, she has left a most positive mark on her students and peers alike. She has been a long time supporter
- [Lester B. Pearson](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/lester-b-pearson/) - Lester B. Pearson - Bill Mitchell Award - About Bill Barry has dedicated over 17 years to promoting and coaching wrestling with the CSHSAA. He attended Royal Rhoades College and Queens University before coming to Calgary as a physical education teacher at Van Horne and A.E. Cross Junior High Schools. In 1992 he moved to
- [Nelson Mandela](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/nelson-mandela/) - Nelson Mandela - Don Maxwell Award - About Don As an educator for nearly 40 years with the Calgary Board of Education, Don held a variety of administrative positions — including Athletic Director at Henry Wise Wood, Queen Elizabeth, Ernest Manning — while coaching football, basketball, and volleyball. Don also devoted time to the Calgary
- [Notre Dame](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/notre-dame/) - Notre Dame - Stan Schwartz Award - About Stan Stan's contributions are many, primarily to football. He played — at Mount Royal College and the University of Calgary — and coached locally at the high school and junior levels. A long-time member of the CFL's Stampeders, the Medicine Hat native is on the Calgary Bantam
- [St. Gabriel](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/st-gabriel/) - St. Gabriel - Carol Ericson Memorial Award - About Carol Carol was the head secretary for 23 years for the CSHSAA and was the glue that held the 14 members of the Physical Education and Athletics departments together at Central Office. She started with John Mayell, then John Semkuley and Tim Main, before retiring under
- [St. Timothy](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/st-timothy/) - St. Timothy - LeRoy Pelletier Award - About LeRoy For 40 years, LeRoy was a Calgary Booster Club director. He was named an Honoured Athletic Leader in 2002. In the 1960s, he served as the Calgary Catholic School Board's Representative and Supervisor of Health, Physical Education and Athletics. In that capacity, he also work as
- [Western Canada](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/western-canada/) - Western Canada - Al Holm Award - About Al Al began what was to become a very successful teaching and coaching career at Mount Royal Junior High in 1979. Ten years later he moved to Jack James High School, where he coached volleyball, wrestling and track & field. From there it was on to Western
- [William Aberhart](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/scholarships/cshsaa/william-aberhart/) - William Aberhart - Kevin Pelehos Award - About Kevin Kevin began his teaching career in 1982 at Western Canada High School as a PE teacher and by the end of his 12 years there was also the department head. He moved to William Aberhart in 1995 as PE Curriculum Leader for 2 years and is
- [Ambrose University Lions](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/post-secondary-private/ambrose-university-lions/) - Ambrose University Home » Post Secondary/Private » Ambrose University Lions About the Award Coaches and staff select the school's male and female athletes of the year, a recognition based on competitive impact, athletic skill, statistical excellence, and consistency. Yearly, too, Ambrose hands out the Mel Sylvester Leadership Award to one male and one female athlete
- [MRU Cougars](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/post-secondary-private/mru-cougars/) - MRU Cougars Home » Post Secondary/Private » MRU Cougars About the Award In 2016, the Cougars introduced the Brian Fleming Award, which recognizes student-athletes who excel in academics, athletics, leadership, and the community. In addition to male and female athletes of the year, Mount Royal University honours its top male and female rookies on campus.
- [St. Mary's University Lightning](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/post-secondary-private/st-marys-university-lightning/) - St. Mary's University Lightning Home » Post Secondary/Private » St. Mary’s University Lightning About the Award After players are nominated by coaches, after the selection committee makes its final decisions, St. Mary's celebrates its male and female athletes of the year. The honour is based on athletic excellence, success in the classroom, and contributions to
- [SAIT Trojans](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/post-secondary-private/sait-trojans/) - SAIT Trojans Home » Post Secondary/Private » SAIT Trojans About the Award The Trojans Athletics leadership group selects the male and female athletes of the year based on a combination of athletic excellence, overall determination and community/campus spirit. The recipients are graduates in good standing and great examples of program characteristics. Winners Year Name Sport
- [Calgary Sporting Community - 2020 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/calgary-sporting-community-2020-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Calgary Sporting Community - 2020 Sportsperson of the Year - Since 1954 – and under normal circumstances - the Calgary Booster Club has annually recognized and honoured an individual, either male or female, who has made a significant impact on sport in Calgary. A Sportsperson of the Year (SOY) is an individual who has contributed
- [Bob Freeze - 1966 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/bob-freeze-1966-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Bob Freeze - 1966 Sportsperson of the Year - For the first time in the history of the Sportsperson's Dinners that the Calgary Booster Club has chosen to honour one of its own as Sportsperson of the Year. Bob was President of the Booster Club in 1959 and 1960 and was a tireless worker on
- [Eugene "Musty" McGill - 1954 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/eugene-musty-mcgill-1954-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Eugene "Musty" McGill - 1954 Sportsperson of the Year - This is the first year the Calgary Booster Club recognizes “The Sportsperson of the Year” – a man or woman who contributes unselfishly and at times with sacrifice to themselves, in the interest of sport in Calgary. Musty a long time West Hillhurst resident coached
- [Charlie Scott - 1971 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/charlie-scott-1971-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Charlie Scott - 1971 Sportsperson of the Year "Sports has been my life to a great extent and I can't remember when I wasn't involved in it", he stated and because his actions were proof thereof, Charlie Scott has been selected by the Booster Club as Calgary's Sportsperson of the Year. Charlie is most recently
- [Ray Kingsmith - 1980 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/ray-kingsmith-1980-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Ray Kingsmith - 1980 Sportsperson of the Year - Ask anyone in the Calgary community what word goes with curling and they would likely say Kingsmith. Ray moved to Calgary in 1944 to finish school and joined the Glencoe Curling Club in 1946. He was lured to the Calgary Curling Club in 1950 and is
- [Bob MacNichol - 1982 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/bob-macnichol-1982-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Bob MacNichol - 1982 Sportsperson of the Year - Bob MacNichol is the Calgary Booster Club's Sportsperson of the year for 1982, joining a distinguished group of individuals who have dedicated much of their lives to sports in the City of Calgary. He is a most deserving recipient of this award and the Booster Club
- [Keith Kendal - 1983 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/keith-kendal-1983-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Keith Kendal - 1983 Sportsperson of the Year - Keith Kendal is the Calgary Booster Club's Sportsperson of the Year for 1983, joining a distinguished group of individuals who have dedicated much of their lives to sports in the City of Calgary. Keith began his coaching career in 1956, the year following his graduation from
- [Bill Salt - 1991 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/bill-salt-1991-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Bill Salt - 1991 Sportsperson of the Year - Bill Salt did it for the kids. That in very concise fashion sums up over 30 years of outstanding volunteer effort in community sports. The 61 year old Sportsperson grew to love soccer during his youth in Victoria B.C. Later Calgary received the benefit of that
- [Murray Copot - 1993 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/murray-copot-1993-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Murray Copot - 1993 Sportsperson of the Year - Murray, the Calgary Booster Club's 40th Sportsperson of the Year, is recognized in the Calgary community for his significant contribution to amateur hockey. Murray celebrates his honour with Mary, his wife of 44 years, and his five children (one son and four daughters. "I'm overwhelmed... I
- [Joe Shea - 1995 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/joe-shea-1995-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Joe Shea - 1995 Sportsperson of the Year "Try to look after the interests of the kids first. We have to provide a vehicle for kids to have fun and to develop their likes and abilities!" That's the philosophy of the Calgary Booster Club's 42nd Sportsperson of the Year, Joe Shea, a 59 year old
- [Ted Rhodes - 1996 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/ted-rhodes-1996-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Ted Rhodes - 1996 Sportsperson of the Year - "To try to run the program like a ski school and to provide the volunteers the satisfaction of teaching while improving along with the students." That's the philosophy of the Calgary Booster Club's 43rd Sportsperson of the Year, Ted Rhodes. Rhodes, 70, has been the driving
- [Bill Warren - 1999 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/bill-warren-1999-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Bill Warren - 1999 Sportsperson of the Year - Bill Warren, Q.C. was born in Lacombe, Alberta on March 24, 1939. His parents moved to Calgary when he was seven years old so, all his public education occurred in the city. This Crescent Heights High School graduate participated, for coach, Ken McKenna, in track and
- [Eldon Godfrey - 2000 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/eldon-godfrey-2000-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Eldon Godfrey - 2000 Sportsperson of the Year - "Eldon Godfrey is the most important person in the world for diving." Dr. Julio Maglione said at the 1999 Pan American Games in Winnipeg. High praise indeed from this IOC, FINA and UANA member from Uruguay. Eldon illicits such comments by the depth of his involvement
- [Frank Sisson - 2010 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/frank-sisson-2010-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Frank Sisson - 2010 Sportsperson of the Year - Frank Sisson has been a great friend of the Calgary Booster Club for the past twenty years. So it is with a great deal of pleasure that the Calgary Booster Club awards him with the prestigious title of Sportsperson of the Year 2010. Frank has made
- [Don Young - 2019 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/don-young-2019-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Don Young - 2019 Sportsperson of the Year - Don has volunteered and led sports groups in the City of Calgary for over 40 years. He began coaching with the Calgary West Little League baseball in 1989 and since then has coached at the Major, Junior, Senior and All-Star baseball levels with many of his
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- [Post Secondary/Private](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/post-secondary-private/) - Post Secondary/Private Home » Post Secondary/Private The Calgary Booster Club is proud to support the following universities, colleges, and specialized high schools to recognize, encourage, and provide financial support to so many outstanding male and female student-athletes and leaders in both sport and community. Ambrose University Mount Royal University National Sport School SAIT St. Mary's
- [Jack Bannerman - 1964 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/jack-bannerman-1964-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Jack Bannerman - 1964 Sportsperson of the Year - Jack Bannerman owned Bannerman Insurance Company and he and his son Bob were involved as volunteers with the Calgary Stampeder Football Club.
- [Rose Kohn - 1955 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/rose-kohn-1955-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Rose Kohn - 1955 Sportsperson of the Year - Her kitchen table was her office, visitors recall a clean table stacked with files and a kitchen sink stacked with dishes. Promoted juvenile sports in Calgary for over 30 years. Organized the Victoria Community Club working with involving youth in hockey, basketball and any sport they
- [Father Jim Whelihan - 1956 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/father-jim-whelihan-1956-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Father Jim Whelihan - 1956 Sportsperson of the Year - A Basilian priest, who started teaching in1933 at St Mary’s High School and displayed a genuine love for youth, instilled a value for hard work and joy for loyalty. Coached, football, track and field, basketball, boxing, hockey, no one was left out, anyone with an
- [Lloyd Turner - 1957 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/lloyd-turner-1957-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Lloyd Turner - 1957 Sportsperson of the Year - A sportsman for all seasons who dedicated his life to promoting sports, day in and day out for over 50 years. Arrived in Calgary in 1910 as a catcher for a touring baseball team and never left. In turn managed the Sherman Rink, Victoria Arena and
- [Pete Egan - 1959 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/pete-egan-1959-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Pete Egan - 1959 Sportsperson of the Year - General Manager of Place Theatre, but more than just a movie theater, it was used for many years for the “Booster Club’s Sunday Sports Night” radio talk show featuring well know sports personalities. Supported many minor sports programs in Calgary. Vice President, Calgary Canadians, World Junior
- [Frank Woodman - 1960 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/frank-woodman-1960-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Frank Woodman - 1960 Sportsperson of the Year The Sportsperson of the Year is an individual who contributes unselfishly often, with sacrifice to themselves, usually for a longtime unsung involvement and for love of community and sport without motive. Frank Woodman is remembered as such an individual, a legend kind of guy who made amateur
- [Harold Brandreth - 1961 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/harold-brandreth-1961-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Harold Brandreth - 1961 Sportsperson of the Year - Founder, Promoter, and President of “Big 6” Hockey League from 1930-1960. Held executive positions with Alberta Amateur Hockey Association and because of dedication and service was honoured with a life time membership Active in the promotion of the old Bowness Golf Club, served as an executive
- [Jimmy Condon - 1962 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/jimmy-condon-1962-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Jimmy Condon - 1962 Sportsperson of the Year - A noted philanthropist who was a long time promoter of amateur sports in Calgary. Sponsored many youth teams in hockey, baseball, basketball, lacrosse and bowling. The Jimmie Condon Scholarship, established by the Province of Alberta, named in his honour, annually supports full time student athletes at
- [Jerry Trudel - 1963 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/jerry-trudel-1963-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Jerry Trudel - 1963 Sportsperson of the Year - The Sportsperson of the Year is an individual who contributes unselfishly often, with sacrifice to themselves, usually for a longtime unsung involvement and for love of community and sport without motive. Worked many hours in Ramsay Community organizing sports programs. Was minor hockey referee and coach
- [Stu Peppard - 1965 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/stu-peppard-1965-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Stu Peppard - 1965 Sportsperson of the Year - Driving force behind Calgary Junior Hockey who also coached midget and juvenile hockey. Worked to provide skill junior players, not competing at the elite level, a chance to play organized hockey. President of the Alberta Amateur Hockey Association and executive member of Canadian Amateur Hockey Association.
- [Ed Corbett - 1967 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/ed-corbett-1967-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Ed Corbett - 1967 Sportsperson of the Year - Mr. Softball, Ed played, umpired and administrated in the sport for over 40 years. He was the leading influence in the building of the Renfrew Fastball Park which was later renamed ”Ed Corbett Field”. Ed was a founding member of the Canadian Amateur Softball Association and
- [Les Ferguson - 1968 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/les-ferguson-1968-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Les Ferguson - 1968 Sportsperson of the Year - Les Ferguson played junior and senior football in Calgary from 1924 to 1934. He switched to officiating in 1934 and by 1935 he was a Canadian Football League official until his retirement in 1959. For the next 21 years, he worked as the Commissioner of the
- [Doug Kyle - 1969 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/doug-kyle-1969-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Doug Kyle - 1969 Sportsperson of the Year - Doug Kyle at the age 36 is the youngest man to be honoured yet his credentials are impeccable. The diminutive track and field-master resided in Toronto, Guelph, Galt, Ottawa, Saskatoon and Vancouver before coming to Calgary in 1958. He lived here 10 years and his efforts
- [Ward Steckle - 1970 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/ward-steckle-1970-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Ward Steckle - 1970 Sportsperson of the Year - Ward Steckle, educator, sportsman and gentleman is Calgary's Sportsperson of the Year as selected by the Calgary Booster Club. Ward Steckle has been a Calgarian since 1935, coming here from the City of Edmonton. He participated in junior and senior baseball, junior and senior hockey as
- [Jack Setters - 1972 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/jack-setters-1972-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Jack Setters - 1972 Sportsperson of the Year - Calgary's "Mr. Hockey", a man who has devoted all his life to every phase of the game; a man who has organized and established the Minor Hockey Association of Calgary to become one of the foremost operations of its kind in the country. This is Mr.
- [John Mayell - 1973 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/john-mayell-1973-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - John Mayell - 1973 Sportsperson of the Year - Calgary has been blessed in that many individuals have chosen to make their talents for the organization, direction and administration of a strong pattern of school and community physical education and recreational services available freely and generously. No individual has contributed more in this regard than
- [Tom Cheney - 1974 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/tom-cheney-1974-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Tom Cheney - 1974 Sportsperson of the Year - Tom Cheney is a native Calgarian, who graduated from Western Canada High and Commercial where he participated in football and track. After serving with the Canadian Army for 3 years during World War II he began his officiating career in 1946 in the sport of hockey.
- [Arthur "Scotty" Kay - 1975 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/arthur-scotty-kay-1975-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Arthur "Scotty" Kay - 1975 Sportsperson of the Year - "Scotty" Kay, a native of Glasgow, Scotland, is a man who has made sport, particularly hockey, his life for nearly a half century. Scotty came to Canada, and Calgary, in 1911. He began playing hockey as a "rink rat" in Lloyd Turner's old Victoria Arena
- [Henry Viney - 1976 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/henry-viney-1976-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Henry Viney - 1976 Sportsperson of the Year - Henry Viney is a man who stands tall not only in his chosen vocation of sports broadcasting but also in his contribution to amateur sports throughout Canada. Henry was born in Lethbridge on September 3, 1910. As a broadcaster, his career stretches back to 1932 when
- [Dr. Lou Goodwin - 1977 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/dr-lou-goodwin-1977-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Dr. Lou Goodwin - 1977 Sportsperson of the Year - As a contributor to amateur athletics and to community activities. Dr. Lou Goodwin has no peer. Born the son of a miner in Bellevue, Alberta, Dr. Goodwin excelled in track and field, hockey, baseball, boxing and gymnastics during his school years. In 1945, Dr. Goodwin
- [Harry Maubert - 1978 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/harry-maubert-1978-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Harry Maubert - 1978 Sportsperson of the Year Harry Maubert must be known to everyone who has participated in amateur sports in Calgary in the last 30 years. Born in Calgary, Harry participated in hockey, football and fastball prior to World War II. He retired from competition himself following his return from the navy in
- [Bill Phillips - 1979 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/bill-phillips-1979-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Bill Phillips - 1979 Sportsperson of the Year - For many Calgarians, athletes and spectators alike, the familiar face of Bill Phillips has been a fixture at minor sports events in this city for the past half-century. Born in Glasgow, Scotland 66 years ago, Bill travelled with his family while only 7 months old to
- [Stan Jaycock - 1981 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/stan-jaycock-1981-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Stan Jaycock - 1981 Sportsperson of the Year - A native Calgarian, Stan has been involved in hockey, baseball, track and field, football, and his community as a player, coach, official, executive, and administrator. Following his playing days, Stan coached Pony Grad baseball for two years, taking the Yankees to Brandon in 1959 for the
- [George Blundun - 1985 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/george-blundun-1985-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - George Blundun - 1985 Sportsperson of the Year - Born in Brandon, Manitoba, George Blundun has dedicated over 30 years of his life to the sport of figure skating. After graduating from the University of Saskatchewan with a B.Sc, majoring in math and physics, George taught in the Saskatchewan school system until joining the R.C.A.F.
- [Marg & Ron Southern - 1986 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/marg-ron-southern-1986-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Marg & Ron Southern - 1986 Sportsperson of the Year - The Calgary Booster Club is proud to recognize Marg & Ron Southern as the 1986 "Sportspeople of the Year." Through his energy and determination, Ron Southern helped advance a modest-sized family business into a major international corporation. Through her imagination and enthusiasm, Marg Southern
- [Doug Rooke - 1987 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/doug-rooke-1987-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Doug Rooke - 1987 Sportsperson of the Year - Doug was born on September 24, 1917, in The small town of Pollockville, Alberta. After attending elementary school in Pollockville, Doug graduated from high school in Hanna. He joined the Air Force and served four years as an Air Frame Mechanic and was stationed overseas with
- [Keith Evans - 1988 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/keith-evans-1988-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Keith Evans - 1988 Sportsperson of the Year Keith Evans, perhaps better known as Mr. Junior Football in Calgary, has been deeply involved with the Calgary Colts organization as General Manager since 1969. During the past 19 years, Keith has been the glue that has kept junior football together in this city. As the Colt's
- [Donald Phelps - 1998 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/donald-phelps-1998-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Donald Phelps - 1998 Sportsperson of the Year "The big thing for me is honesty" said Don, "I have always been candid with my players, the parents, the officials and opponents." This is an attitude that has had impact on the young people whom he has coached throughout his career. It was the manner in
- [Ted Bancks - 1989 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/ted-bancks-1989-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Ted Bancks - 1989 Sportsperson of the Year Ted Bancks has been involved in both coaching and administering amateur sport in Calgary since 1958. He began coaching minor football and in 1962. he served on a committee that pioneered the Calgary Bantam Football Association (CBFA). He coached the Highwood Hilltoppers from 1964 to 1971, served
- [Dorothy Read - 1990 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/dorothy-read-1990-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Dorothy Read - 1990 Sportsperson of the Year - Dee Read has dedicated her entire life to the betterment of her sport - alpine skiing. In the process, she has achieved a level of respect that is international in scope. In the 1940’s she was a world-class competitor and a Canadian Champion. She captured the
- [Tony Anselmo - 1992 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/tony-anselmo-1992-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Tony Anselmo - 1992 Sportsperson of the Year - It was once said of Tony "a community will only be good as the people who devote their personal lime to that community's betterment. By that yardstick Calgary is indeed a better place because of your commitment over the years." Tony is recognized in the Calgary
- [Margaret Scott - 1994 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/margaret-scott-1994-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Margaret Scott - 1994 Sportsperson of the Year - The 72 year old (June 16, 1921) has devoted over 60 years to the aquatic sports scene. For 34 of those years she and husband Dave (married 52 years) have called Calgary home and during that span she has been and continues to be an avid
- [Tom Humphrey - 1997 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/tom-humphrey-1997-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Tom Humphrey - 1997 Sportsperson of the Year - "High school athletics arc very important. IF the athletics and phys.ed. side of school life is doing well, it reflects through the whole school. Young people need a pat on the back, they need to respond to challenge and above all there must be FUN involved."
- [John Semkuley - 2001 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/john-semkuley-2001-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - John Semkuley - 2001 Sportsperson of the Year - In 1977, John became the Secretary Treasurer of the Calgary Senior High School Athletic Association - a unique association of the Calgary Board of Education and the Calgary Catholic Board of Education's intcrscholastic athletic programs. This association that is the envy of school districts across the
- [Jim Courchesne - 2002 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/jim-courchesne-2002-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Jim Courchesne - 2002 Sportsperson of the Year - Jim Courchesne is that prototype volunteer in Calgary, having been involved in local community development ever since he himself was a participant in the Hillhurst Sunnyside and West Hillhurst sports programs. A native Calgarian, Jim attended Connaught and then Briar Hill Elementary School matriculating from Queen
- [Frank King - 2003 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/frank-king-2003-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Frank King - 2003 Sportsperson of the Year - Frank King. If there is a name synonymous with the 1988 Olympic Winter Games in Calgary, his is it. You could say that King exemplified the phrase - dare to dream. It was at that fateful Booster Club meeting, back in September 1978, when King and
- [Stan Schwartz - 2004 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/stan-schwartz-2004-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Stan Schwartz - 2004 Sportsperson of the Year - He has been described "a class act" by the media, "conscientious" by his colleagues, and "professional" by anyone who has had the pleasure of working closely with him. He is an individual who has garnered affirmative public recognition in our community, and has done so with
- [Russell Parker - 2005 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/russell-parker-2005-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Russell Parker - 2005 Sportsperson of the Year - It is with great pride that the Calgary Booster Club names Russ Parker as our 2005 Sportsperson of the Year. Originally from Moosomin, Saskatchewan, Russ came to Calgary in 1958 and played junior and intermediate hockey and junior baseball. Russ turned to coaching where he guided
- [Jim Holden - 2006 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/jim-holden-2006-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Jim Holden - 2006 Sportsperson of the Year - It is with great pride that the Calgary Booster Club names James A. (Jim) Holden as our 2006 Sportsperson of the Year. Jim is described as a "true sportsman" by peers, "conscientious and dedicated" by colleagues and "friend" by all, he is affectionately known as "Coach"
- [Alf Fischer - 2008 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/alf-fischer-2008-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Alf Fischer - 2008 Sportsperson of the Year It is with great pride that the Calgary Booster Club names Alf Fischer as the 55th Sportsperson of the Year. In the world of Alpine Skiing, Alfred (Alf) Fischer is simply known as the “godfather”. For more than 30 years, Alf has been an active, guiding force
- [Wilf Kaiser - 2009 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/wilf-kaiser-2009-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Wilf Kaiser - 2009 Sportsperson of the Year - The Calgary Booster Club awards Wilf Kaiser the prestigious title, “Sportsperson of the Year 2009”. We are proud to recognize and honour Wilf for his tireless dedication to the integrity and success of sport in Calgary. Wilf thrives on the satisfaction of making a difference; he
- [Bob Vickers - 2011 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/bob-vickers-2011-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Bob Vickers - 2011 Sportsperson of the Year - Robert Vickers, more commonly known as Bob, has a long-time involvement in the sport of skiing. As a youth, Bob was a member of his high school ski team in Montreal, where he competed in numerous competitions winning many medals and trophies in various events. While
- [Carol Kyle - 2012 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/carol-kyle-2012-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Carol Kyle - 2012 Sportsperson of the Year - The Calgary Booster Club considers it a privilege to honour Carol Kyle as our 2012 Sportsperson of the Year. For fifty-one years, Carol has been a motivator in Athletics, and the driving force behind the formation and the subsequent success of Officiating in Track and Field
- [Tony Spoletini - 2013 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/tony-spoletini-2013-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Tony Spoletini - 2013 Sportsperson of the Year - Tony, is the oldest son of Italian immigrants. He has brought honour and pride to the Spoletini family name in Calgary through his many achievements and successes. Successful individuals are those whose drive, commitment, vision and passion set them apart. Tony has all of these attributes
- [Ken Bracko - 2014 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/ken-bracko-2014-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Ken Bracko - 2014 Sportsperson of the Year - A Calgary Booster Club Honoured Athletic Leader in 1991, Ken Bracko has been an ardent builder and supporter of Baseball, Hockey and Soccer in Calgary for over 40 years. He has coached all three sports and has given generously of his time and money towards the
- [Christine Hampshire - 2015 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/christine-hampshire-2015-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Christine Hampshire - 2015 Sportsperson of the Year - The Calgary Booster Club considers it a privilege to honour Christine Hampshire as our 2015 Sportsperson of the Year Award Winner. For over 35 years she has been involved in the development and expansion of Synchronized Swimming in Calgary as a volunteer. Chris has had many
- [Joe Massey - 2016 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/joe-massey-2016-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Joe Massey - 2016 Sportsperson of the Year - Joe came to Canada with his wife Kay from his native Ireland in 1966 where he continued to play soccer and was introduced to the sports of baseball & Canadian Football. In 1970 a friend introduced him to sport of Rugby and the rest is history.
- [Jack Gregory - 2017 Sportsperson of the Year](https://calgaryboosterclub.com/recognition/sportsperson-of-the-year/jack-gregory-2017-sportsperson-of-the-year/) - Jack Gregory - 2017 Sportsperson of the Year - Jack Gregory has been the ambassador as well as the face of Special Olympics Calgary for nearly three decades. He has served as a Board member for the Special Olympics for over 20 years and is currently Past Chairman of the Board. Jack also continues as

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